How to Pronounce Challenges

To pronounce "challenges", say CHALL-eng-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

CHALL-eng-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “challenges”

"challenges" has 3 syllables: chall-eng-es. It rhymes with counterchallenges, if that helps it stick.

What does challenges mean?

noun

  1. A confrontation; a dare.
  2. A difficult task, especially one that the person making the attempt finds more enjoyable because of that difficulty.

verb

  1. To invite (someone) to take part in a competition.

    “We challenged the boys next door to a game of football.”

  2. To dare (someone).

Synonyms

becallcall out

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Words that rhyme with challenges

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counterchallenges

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "challenges"?▾

"Challenges" has 3 syllables: chall · eng · es.

What does "challenges" mean?▾

Challenges: A confrontation; a dare.

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