How to Pronounce Chorus

To pronounce "chorus", say CHOR-us — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɔːɹəs/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈkɔːɹəs/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “chorus”

"chorus" has 2 syllables: chor-us. It rhymes with torus and clitoris, if that helps it stick.

What does chorus mean?

noun

  1. A group of singers and dancers in the religious festivals of ancient Greece.
  2. A group of people in a play or performance who recite together.

verb

  1. To sing or recite in chorus.
  2. To say in unison; to express in unison.

Synonyms

refrainduet

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Words that rhyme with chorus

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torusclitoristhesaurusdorisporoussorusstegosaurusmoricemorrisbrontosaurustyrannosauruschlorous

Related words

choirrefrainchoralsongsingingtunechantconcerto

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "chorus"?▾

"Chorus" has 2 syllables: chor · us.

What is the IPA transcription of "chorus"?▾

The IPA transcription of "chorus" is /ˈkɔːɹəs/.

What does "chorus" mean?▾

Chorus: A group of singers and dancers in the religious festivals of ancient Greece.

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