How to pronounce clou
Say it like KLOO. Clou is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KLOO
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Clou pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KLOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of clou
American and British speakers say clou in essentially the same way: /klu/ in the US and /kluː/ in the UK.
British respelling: KLOO.
What does clou mean?
- Something which holds the greatest attention; the chief point of interest.
Where does clou come from?
From French clou. Doublet of clove.
Words that rhyme with clou
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of clou.
Words that sound like clou
Questions about saying clou
How do you pronounce clou?
Say KLOO. The American pronunciation is /klu/. In British English it is /kluː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in clou?
Clou is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KLOO.
Do Americans and Brits say clou the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /klu/ and the British form is /kluː/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.
What words sound the same as clou?
Clou sounds the same as clue in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.