How to Pronounce Clues

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

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Letters

/kluːz/

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💡 Tip for remembering “clues”

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

Sounds exactly like: kloos, clews — easy to mix up when writing.

What does clues mean?

noun

  1. A strand of yarn etc. as used to guide one through a labyrinth; something which points the way, a guide.
  2. Information which may lead one to a certain point or conclusion.

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.”

Synonyms

hintindicationsuggestionsignatureidea

Words that rhyme with clues

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

peruseabuserefuseinfusediffusefuseexcuseoozemisuseboozeamusenews

Related words

clewcuehintairstripsavenuesbenchmarksconundrumscues

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "clues"?▾

"Clues" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "clues"?▾

The IPA transcription of "clues" is /kluːz/.

What does "clues" mean?▾

Clues: A strand of yarn etc. as used to guide one through a labyrinth; something which points the way, a guide.

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