How to Pronounce Chequer

To pronounce "chequer", say CHEQ-uer — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtʃɛkə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈtʃɛkə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “chequer”

"chequer" has 2 syllables: cheq-uer. It rhymes with lekker and secpar, if that helps it stick.

What does chequer mean?

noun

  1. One who checks or verifies something.
  2. One who makes a check mark.

noun

  1. A playing piece in the game of checkers (British: draughts).
  2. A pattern of alternating colours as on a chessboard.

verb

  1. To mark in a pattern of alternating light and dark positions, like a checkerboard.
  2. To develop markings in a pattern of alternating light and dark positions, like a checkerboard.

Words that rhyme with chequer

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lekkersecpar

Related words

checkercheckchess-applejackalberrysorbseckel

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chequer"?▾

"Chequer" has 2 syllables: cheq · uer.

What is the IPA transcription of "chequer"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chequer" is /ˈtʃɛkə/.

What does "chequer" mean?▾

Chequer: One who checks or verifies something.

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