How to Pronounce Chequerboard

To pronounce "chequerboard", say CHEQ-uerb-oard — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

12

Letters

CHEQ-uerb-oard

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💡 Tip for remembering “chequerboard”

"chequerboard" has 3 syllables: cheq-uerb-oard.

What does chequerboard mean?

noun

  1. A pattern of squares of alternating colours.
  2. A board, usually square, covered with such a pattern; especially such a board with 8×8 squares, used to play chess and draughts/checkers.

verb

  1. To checker; to mark with an alternating pattern of light and dark.

Synonyms

draughtboard

Related words

chequerworkparquettecorkboardquarnellvandykecolourworkchess-piececroquignole

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chequerboard"?▾

"Chequerboard" has 3 syllables: cheq · uerb · oard.

What does "chequerboard" mean?▾

Chequerboard: A pattern of squares of alternating colours.

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