How to Pronounce Chancels

To pronounce "chancels", say CHANC-els — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

CHANC-els

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💡 Tip for remembering “chancels”

"chancels" has 2 syllables: chanc-els. It rhymes with cancels, if that helps it stick.

What does chancels mean?

noun

  1. The space around the altar in a church, often enclosed, for use by the clergy and the choir. In medieval cathedrals the chancel was usually enclosed or blocked off from the nave by an altar screen.

Synonyms

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Words that rhyme with chancels

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chancels"?▾

"Chancels" has 2 syllables: chanc · els.

What does "chancels" mean?▾

Chancels: The space around the altar in a church, often enclosed, for use by the clergy and the choir. In medieval cathedrals the chancel was usually enclosed or blocked off from the nave by an altar screen.

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