How to Pronounce Chimeras

To pronounce "chimeras", say CHIM-er-as — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

CHIM-er-as

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💡 Tip for remembering “chimeras”

"chimeras" has 3 syllables: chim-er-as.

What does chimeras mean?

noun

  1. Alternative letter-case form of Chimera (a flame-spewing monster often represented as having two heads, one of a goat and the other of a lion; the body of a goat; and a serpent as a tail).
  2. Any fantastic creature with parts from different animals.

Synonyms

motley crewghost sharkrabbitfishratfish

Antonyms

monolith

Related words

chimaeradreamsfantasiesghostspericlinalshadeschimerismchimerical

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chimeras"?▾

"Chimeras" has 3 syllables: chim · er · as.

What does "chimeras" mean?▾

Chimeras: Alternative letter-case form of Chimera (a flame-spewing monster often represented as having two heads, one of a goat and the other of a lion; the body of a goat; and a serpent as a tail).

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