How to Pronounce Chases

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈtʃeɪsɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “chases”

"chases" has 2 syllables: chas-es. It rhymes with showcases and races, if that helps it stick.

What does chases 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.”

noun

  1. A rectangular steel or iron frame into which pages or columns of type are locked for printing or plate-making.

Synonyms

gamepursue

Words that rhyme with chases

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

showcasesracesembracesbasescasestracesspacesdatabasesinterfacesbracesplacesdisplaces

Related words

pursuittrailfollowingtagtrackchamferfurrowdog

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chases"?▾

"Chases" has 2 syllables: chas · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "chases"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chases" is /ˈtʃeɪsɪz/.

What does "chases" mean?▾

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

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