How to pronounce clearcut
Say it like KLEER-kuht. Clearcut has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLEER).
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- KLEER
- kuht
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clearcut pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLEERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- kuhtGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
American vs British pronunciation of clearcut
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KLEER-kuht.
What does clearcut mean?
- Alternative spelling of clear cut.
- The area of the forest cleared of trees.
Where does clearcut come from?
From clear + cut.
Questions about saying clearcut
How do you pronounce clearcut?
Say KLEER-kuht. The American pronunciation is /ˈklɪrˌkʌt/. In British English it is /ˈklɪəˌkʌt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clearcut?
Clearcut has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KLEER). Broken into parts: KLEER · kuht.
Is clearcut pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈklɪəˌkʌt/ (KLEER-kuht).