How to Pronounce Chieftains

To pronounce "chieftains", say CHIEFT-ains — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

CHIEFT-ains

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💡 Tip for remembering “chieftains”

"chieftains" has 2 syllables: chieft-ains.

What does chieftains mean?

noun

  1. A leader of a clan or tribe.
  2. (by extension) A leader of a group.

    “The robber chieftain divided up the spoils.”

Synonyms

big gunbig shotbig wheelbigwigbosschiefemployerforeman

Related words

captainheadmanchiefsclansheadsleaderstribeschieftaincies

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chieftains"?▾

"Chieftains" has 2 syllables: chieft · ains.

What does "chieftains" mean?▾

Chieftains: A leader of a clan or tribe.

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