How to Pronounce Chores

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

CHOR-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “chores”

"chores" has 2 syllables: chor-es. It rhymes with corps and drawers, if that helps it stick.

What does chores mean?

noun

  1. A task, especially a difficult, unpleasant, or routine one.

    “Washing dishes is a chore, but we cannot just stop eating.”

verb

  1. To do chores.

verb

  1. To steal.

Synonyms

stealthievetwoc

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Words that rhyme with chores

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

corpsdrawersscoresyoursmentorsexploresdoorsrestoresborsabhorspoursimplores

Related words

jobtaskassignmentsburdensdutiesfunctionsresponsibilitiesstints

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chores"?▾

"Chores" has 2 syllables: chor · es.

What does "chores" mean?▾

Chores: A task, especially a difficult, unpleasant, or routine one.

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