How to pronounce chainring
Say it like CHAYN-ring. Chainring has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHAYN).
- CHAYN
- ring
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chainring pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- CHAYNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- ringKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of chainring
American and British speakers say chainring in essentially the same way: /ˈtʃeɪnrɪŋ/ in the US and /ˈtʃeɪnrɪŋ/ in the UK.
British respelling: CHAYN-ring.
What does chainring mean?
- A large forward ring on a bicycle that a chain attaches to, in order to transfer energy to a wheel. It consists of one or more sprockets that are driven by the cranks and pedals of the bicycle.
Where does chainring come from?
From chain + ring.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- chainwheel
- sprocket
Questions about saying chainring
How do you pronounce chainring?
Say CHAYN-ring. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʃeɪnrɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈtʃeɪnrɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chainring?
Chainring has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHAYN). Broken into parts: CHAYN · ring.
Do Americans and Brits say chainring the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtʃeɪnrɪŋ/ and the British form is /ˈtʃeɪnrɪŋ/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.