How to pronounce challis
Say it like SHAL-ee. Challis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHAL).
- SHAL
- ee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Challis pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SHALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of challis
American and British speakers say challis in essentially the same way: /ˈʃæli/ in the US and /ˈʃæli/ in the UK.
British respelling: SHAL-ee.
What does challis mean?
- A light, soft fabric of silk and worsted, having a printed design.
Words that rhyme with challis
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of challis.
Questions about saying challis
How do you pronounce challis?
Say SHAL-ee. The American pronunciation is /ˈʃæli/. In British English it is /ˈʃæli/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in challis?
Challis has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHAL). Broken into parts: SHAL · ee.
Do Americans and Brits say challis the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʃæli/ and the British form is /ˈʃæli/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.