How to Pronounce Clasp

To pronounce "clasp", say CLASP — one syllable, IPA /klɑːsp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/klɑːsp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “clasp”

"clasp" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with gasp and rasp, if that helps it stick.

What does clasp mean?

noun

  1. A fastener or holder, particularly one that clasps.

    “I always have a hard time working the clasp on this necklace!”

  2. (in the singular) An embrace, a grasp, or handshake.

    “He took her hand in a firm clasp.”

verb

  1. To take hold of; to grasp; to grab tightly.

    “They clasped hands and parted as friends.”

  2. To shut or fasten together with, or as if with, a clasp.

Synonyms

begripgraspgripattachjoinput together

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Words that rhyme with clasp

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gaspraspaspagasphandclaspgrasp

Related words

broochclutchclenchclutchesgripgraspbucklehold

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "clasp"?▾

"Clasp" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "clasp"?▾

The IPA transcription of "clasp" is /klɑːsp/.

What does "clasp" mean?▾

Clasp: A fastener or holder, particularly one that clasps.

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