How to Pronounce Clued

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

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Letters

/kluːd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “clued”

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

What does clued mean?

verb

  1. To provide with a clue.

    “The crossword compiler wasn't sure how to clue the word "should".”

  2. To provide someone with information which he or she lacks (often used with "in" or "up").

    “Smith, clue Jones in on what's been happening.”

Words that rhyme with clued

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

shrewdcrudesubduedfortitudelewdbroodeludeaptitudeprecludeineptitudeexudeallude

Related words

hintedcottonedattunedwisedversedinformedamusedtwigged

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "clued"?▾

"Clued" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "clued"?▾

The IPA transcription of "clued" is /kluːd/.

What does "clued" mean?▾

Clued: To provide with a clue.

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