How to Pronounce "clutching"
word
ˈkɫətʃɪŋ
KLUH-ching
klˈʌtʃɪŋ
klUH-ching
Definition
Holding something tightly, often because you are afraid, nervous, or don't want to let go.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɫətʃɪŋ
British English
klˈʌtʃɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLUH-ching
UK
klUH-ching
Listen in Context
The child was clutching his mother's hand.
She was clutching her bag tightly.
He came into the room clutching a letter.
She sat in the waiting room, clutching her phone and looking worried.