How to Pronounce Claw

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

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Syllable

4

Letters

/klɔː/

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💡 Tip for remembering “claw”

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

What does claw mean?

noun

  1. A curved, pointed horny nail on each digit of the foot of a mammal, reptile, or bird.
  2. A foot equipped with such.

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Words that rhyme with claw

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

guffawdrawwithdrawrawflawchutzpahlawpawblahjawgnawstraw

Related words

unguischelapincernipperhookpawleghand

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "claw"?▾

"Claw" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "claw"?▾

The IPA transcription of "claw" is /klɔː/.

What does "claw" mean?▾

Claw: A curved, pointed horny nail on each digit of the foot of a mammal, reptile, or bird.

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