How to Pronounce Chest

To pronounce "chest", say CHEST — one syllable, IPA /t͡ʃɛst/. 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

/t͡ʃɛst/

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💡 Tip for remembering “chest”

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

What does chest mean?

noun

  1. A box, now usually a large strong box with a secure convex lid.

    “The clothes are kept in a chest.”

  2. A coffin.

verb

  1. To hit with one's chest (front of one's body)
  2. To deposit in a chest.

Synonyms

trunkbreast

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Words that rhyme with chest

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

manifestcrestdetestdistressedjestimpressedacquiescedrestarrestbequestrequestabreast

Related words

dresserbureauthoraxpectusboxlockboxcabinetlocker

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chest"?▾

"Chest" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "chest"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chest" is /t͡ʃɛst/.

What does "chest" mean?▾

Chest: A box, now usually a large strong box with a secure convex lid.

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