How to Pronounce Chatelaine

To pronounce "chatelaine", say CHAT-el-ain-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈʃætəleɪn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈʃætəleɪn/

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💡 Tip for remembering “chatelaine”

"chatelaine" has 4 syllables: chat-el-ain-e. It rhymes with chatelain, if that helps it stick.

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

What does chatelaine mean?

noun

  1. The mistress of a castle or large household.
  2. A chain or clasp worn at the waist by women with handkerchief, keys, etc., attached, supposed to resemble the chain of keys once worn by medieval chatelaines.

Words that rhyme with chatelaine

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chatelaine"?▾

"Chatelaine" has 4 syllables: chat · el · ain · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "chatelaine"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chatelaine" is /ˈʃætəleɪn/.

What does "chatelaine" mean?▾

Chatelaine: The mistress of a castle or large household.

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