To pronounce "clever", say CLEV-er — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈklɛvɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈklɛvɚ/
IPA
"clever" has 2 syllables: clev-er. It rhymes with endeavor and however, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: klever — easy to mix up when writing.
adjective
“clever like a fox”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Clever" has 2 syllables: clev · er.
The IPA transcription of "clever" is /ˈklɛvɚ/.
Clever: Nimble with hands or body; skillful; adept.
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