How to Pronounce Unclear

To pronounce "unclear", say UNCL-ear — 2 syllables, IPA /ʌnˈklɪɚ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ʌnˈklɪɚ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “unclear”

"unclear" has 2 syllables: uncl-ear. It rhymes with austere and sneer, if that helps it stick.

What does unclear mean?

adjective

  1. Ambiguous; liable to more than one interpretation.
  2. Not clearly or explicitly defined.

Words that rhyme with unclear

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

austeresneerjeercavalierclearseverepeerqueerpremierchevalierinsincereadhere

Related words

vagueobscurepuzzlingconfusingillegibleundecipherableindeterminateunreadable

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "unclear"?▾

"Unclear" has 2 syllables: uncl · ear.

What is the IPA transcription of "unclear"?▾

The IPA transcription of "unclear" is /ʌnˈklɪɚ/.

What does "unclear" mean?▾

Unclear: Ambiguous; liable to more than one interpretation.

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