How to Pronounce Plainclothes

To pronounce "plainclothes", say PLAINCL-oth-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

PLAINCL-oth-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “plainclothes”

"plainclothes" has 3 syllables: plaincl-oth-es. It rhymes with repose and close, if that helps it stick.

What does plainclothes mean?

noun

Ordinary civilian clothes, rather than uniform.

adjective

(usually of a police officer) Wearing ordinary civilian clothes instead of a uniform, in order to avoid detection.

Synonyms

mufti

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Words that rhyme with plainclothes

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repose close compose pose impose expose oppose juxtapose disclose depose propose interpose

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "plainclothes"?▾

"Plainclothes" has 3 syllables: plaincl · oth · es.

What does "plainclothes" mean?▾

Plainclothes: Ordinary civilian clothes, rather than uniform.

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