How to pronounce chalkboard
Say it like CHAWK-bord. Chalkboard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHAWK).
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- CHAWK
- bord
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chalkboard pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- CHAWKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- bordKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
American vs British pronunciation of chalkboard
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: CHAWK-bawd.
What does chalkboard mean?
- A slate or enamel board for writing on with chalk; a predecessor to a whiteboard.
- To write or draw on a chalkboard.
Where does chalkboard come from?
From chalk + board.
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Questions about saying chalkboard
How do you pronounce chalkboard?
Say CHAWK-bord. The American pronunciation is /ˈtʃɔkbɔrd/. In British English it is /ˈtʃɔːkbɔːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chalkboard?
Chalkboard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (CHAWK). Broken into parts: CHAWK · bord.
Is chalkboard pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈtʃɔːkbɔːd/ (CHAWK-bawd).