How to Pronounce Clamshell

To pronounce "clamshell", say CLAMSH-ell — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

CLAMSH-ell

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💡 Tip for remembering “clamshell”

"clamshell" has 2 syllables: clamsh-ell. It rhymes with compel and propel, if that helps it stick.

What does clamshell mean?

noun

  1. The shell of a clam.
  2. A dredging bucket with hinges like the shell of a clam.

adjective

  1. Similar to the operation of a clam's shell, having a hinge with two sides closing together

    “It's a clamshell antenna.”

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Words that rhyme with clamshell

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compelpropelimpelquellcitadelravelswelltelldwellshellcellexpel

Related words

grapplebucketscrabshellsnailshellcockleshellclamrazorshellcockle

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "clamshell"?▾

"Clamshell" has 2 syllables: clamsh · ell.

What does "clamshell" mean?▾

Clamshell: The shell of a clam.

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