How to Pronounce Plainchant

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

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Syllables

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Letters

PLAINCH-ant

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💡 Tip for remembering “plainchant”

"plainchant" has 2 syllables: plainch-ant.

What does plainchant mean?

noun

  1. A form of monophonic chant in unison using the Gregorian scale, sung in various Christian churches.
  2. A cantus firmus or theme chosen for contrapuntal treatment; so called because often an actual fragment of plain-song.

Synonyms

plainchant

Related words

plainsongorganumcalliaphoneantiphonalpsalmodikonsongwordplayntsymphonia

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "plainchant"?▾

"Plainchant" has 2 syllables: plainch · ant.

What does "plainchant" mean?▾

Plainchant: A form of monophonic chant in unison using the Gregorian scale, sung in various Christian churches.

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