To pronounce "chicago", say CHIC-ag-o — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
chicago
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CHIC-ag-o
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"chicago" has 3 syllables: chic-ag-o. It rhymes with apropos and show, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Chicago" has 3 syllables: chic · ag · o.
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