How to Pronounce Chimp

To pronounce "chimp", say CHIMP — one syllable, IPA /tʃɪmp/. 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

/tʃɪmp/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “chimp”

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

What does chimp mean?

verb

  1. To review each image on a digital camera after it is taken.
  2. To get very excited when showing images on a digital camera.

noun

  1. A species of great ape in the genus Pan, native to Africa, and believed by biologists to be the closest extant relative to humans.

Synonyms

chimp

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Words that rhyme with chimp

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

limpcrimpwimpprimppimpblimpscrimpshrimpskimpslimp

Related words

chimpanzeeapemonkeybaboonwhipmandudeguy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chimp"?▾

"Chimp" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "chimp"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chimp" is /tʃɪmp/.

What does "chimp" mean?▾

Chimp: To review each image on a digital camera after it is taken.

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