How to Pronounce Champagne

To pronounce "champagne", say CHAMP-agn-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ʃæmˈpeɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ʃæmˈpeɪn/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/ʃæmpˈeɪn/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “champagne”

"champagne" has 3 syllables: champ-agn-e. It rhymes with ascertain and disdain, if that helps it stick.

What does champagne mean?

noun

  1. A sparkling white wine made from a blend of grapes, especially Chardonnay and pinot, produced in Champagne, France, by the méthode champenoise.
  2. Any sparkling wine made by the méthode champenoise.

verb

  1. To ply or treat with champagne.
  2. To drink champagne.

adjective

  1. Of a very pale brownish-gold colour, similar to that of champagne.

Synonyms

bubblychampchampersfizzshampoo

Words that rhyme with champagne

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "champagne"?▾

"Champagne" has 3 syllables: champ · agn · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "champagne"?▾

The IPA transcription of "champagne" is /ʃæmˈpeɪn/.

What does "champagne" mean?▾

Champagne: A sparkling white wine made from a blend of grapes, especially Chardonnay and pinot, produced in Champagne, France, by the méthode champenoise.

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