How to Pronounce Chaperon

To pronounce "chaperon", say CHAP-er-on — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈʃæ.pəˌɹəʊn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈʃæ.pəˌɹəʊn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “chaperon”

"chaperon" has 3 syllables: chap-er-on.

What does chaperon mean?

noun

  1. An adult who accompanies or supervises one or more young, unmarried men or women during social occasions, usually with the specific intent of preventing some types of social or sexual interactions or illegal behavior.
  2. A hood, especially, an ornamental or official hood.

verb

  1. To accompany, to escort
  2. To mother

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chaperon"?▾

"Chaperon" has 3 syllables: chap · er · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "chaperon"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chaperon" is /ˈʃæ.pəˌɹəʊn/.

What does "chaperon" mean?▾

Chaperon: An adult who accompanies or supervises one or more young, unmarried men or women during social occasions, usually with the specific intent of preventing some types of social or sexual interactions or illegal behavior.

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