How to Pronounce Chipmunk

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

CHIPM-unk

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💡 Tip for remembering “chipmunk”

"chipmunk" has 2 syllables: chipm-unk.

What does chipmunk mean?

noun

  1. A squirrel-like rodent of the genus Tamias, native mainly to North America.

verb

  1. To speed up an audio recording, especially a song, to make the voices high-pitched.
  2. In competitive eating, to stuff food in one's mouth during the final moments of a contest.

Synonyms

ground squirrel

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chipmunk"?▾

"Chipmunk" has 2 syllables: chipm · unk.

What does "chipmunk" mean?▾

Chipmunk: A squirrel-like rodent of the genus Tamias, native mainly to North America.

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