How to Pronounce Chat

To pronounce "chat", say CHAT — one syllable, IPA /tʃæt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/tʃæt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “chat”

"chat" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with flat and cat, if that helps it stick.

What does chat mean?

noun

  1. Informal conversation.
  2. A conversation to stop an argument or settle situations.

verb

  1. To be engaged in informal conversation.

    “I like to chat over a coffee with a friend.”

  2. To talk more than a few words.

    “I met my old friend in the street, so we chatted for a while.”

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Words that rhyme with chat

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

flatcatcaveatbratpatcombatslatthatratdiplomatfatautocrat

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chat"?▾

"Chat" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "chat"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chat" is /tʃæt/.

What does "chat" mean?▾

Chat: Informal conversation.

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