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clue

Learn how to correctly hyphenate "clue" with detailed syllable breakdown and pronunciation guide.

1 syllable
4 characters
English (US)
1syllable

clue

Hyphenation via the Knuth-Liang algorithm — result not verified against authoritative sources.

Because it is a word with a single syllable, clue is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.

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Definitions ofclue

1noun
  • A strand of yarn etc. as used to guide one through a labyrinth; something which points the way, a guide.
  • Information which may lead one to a certain point or conclusion.
  • An object or a kind of indication which may be used as evidence.
  • Insight or understanding ("to have a clue [about]" or "to have clue". See have a clue, clue stick)
1verb
  • To provide with a clue.

    Example: "The crossword compiler wasn't sure how to clue the word "should"."

  • To provide someone with information which he or she lacks (often used with "in" or "up").

    Example: "Smith, clue Jones in on what's been happening."

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