English pronunciation · Words Starting with C
Clear Pronunciation
Clear is pronounced KLIR, IPA /ˈklɪr/.
KLIR
US /ˈklɪr/ · UK /ˈkliə/
Syllables: KLIR (1 syllable)
adjective and verb: Easy to see, hear or understand, or free of anything in the way.
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Clear in a Sentence
- The instructions were clear enough for a child to follow.
- By noon the sky was completely clear.
- Please clear the table before you leave.
Common Mispronunciations of Clear
Not KLAIR
This ea is the ee of here, not the air of chair, so clear and Claire stay separate words.
Not KLER
Aim higher than the e of bed and let the r pull the vowel down afterwards.
Tip: Cleared and clearly keep that same ee quality in front of the r.
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