How to Pronounce Chase

To pronounce "chase", say CHAS-e — 2 syllables, IPA /tʃeɪs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Accent

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/tʃeɪs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “chase”

"chase" has 2 syllables: chas-e. It rhymes with base and trace, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: chace — easy to mix up when writing.

What does chase mean?

noun

  1. The act of one who chases another; a pursuit.
  2. A hunt.

verb

  1. To pursue.
  2. To consume another beverage immediately after drinking hard liquor, typically something better tasting or less harsh such as soda or beer; to use a drink as a chaser

    “I need something to chase this shot with.”

Synonyms

gamepursue

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Words that rhyme with chase

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

basetracecaseembracepaceaceshowcasefacespacedisgraceapaceefface

Related words

pursuittrailfollowingtagtrackchamferfurrowdog

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chase"?▾

"Chase" has 2 syllables: chas · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "chase"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chase" is /tʃeɪs/.

What does "chase" mean?▾

Chase: The act of one who chases another; a pursuit.

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