How to Pronounce Chameleons

To pronounce "chameleons", say CHAM-el-eons — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

CHAM-el-eons

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"chameleons" has 3 syllables: cham-el-eons.

What does chameleons mean?

noun

  1. A small to mid-size reptile, of the family Chamaeleonidae, and one of the best known lizard families able to change color and project its long tongue.
  2. A person with inconstant behavior; one able to quickly adjust to new circumstances.

Related words

chamaeleonlizardsreptileschinchillaschinchillaamphibiansreptilechimaeras

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How many syllables are in "chameleons"?▾

"Chameleons" has 3 syllables: cham · el · eons.

What does "chameleons" mean?▾

Chameleons: A small to mid-size reptile, of the family Chamaeleonidae, and one of the best known lizard families able to change color and project its long tongue.

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