How to Pronounce Clear-cut

To pronounce "clear-cut", say CLEARC-ut — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

CLEARC-ut

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💡 Tip for remembering “clear-cut”

"clear-cut" has 2 syllables: clearc-ut. It rhymes with meerkat, if that helps it stick.

What does clear-cut mean?

adjective

  1. Straightforward, obvious, simple, or basic.

    “It looks like a simple enough problem, but the answer might not be as clear cut as you suppose.”

  2. Having had all trees cut.

Synonyms

cut and driedopen-and-shutres ipsa loquitur

Words that rhyme with clear-cut

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

meerkat

Related words

cleardistinctclean-cuttrenchantclearedcrystal-clearclearcutlucid

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "clear-cut"?▾

"Clear-cut" has 2 syllables: clearc · ut.

What does "clear-cut" mean?▾

Clear-cut: Straightforward, obvious, simple, or basic.

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