How to pronounce chasseur
Say it like sha-SUR. Chasseur has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SUR).
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- sha
- SUR
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Chasseur pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- shaKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- SURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of chasseur
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: sha-SUR.
What does chasseur mean?
- A soldier equipped for rapid movement; also, any of several light infantry regiments, especially in France.
- A servant or attendant.
- A hotel messenger, especially in France.
Where does chasseur come from?
Borrowed from French chasseur.
Words that rhyme with chasseur
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of chasseur.
Questions about saying chasseur
How do you pronounce chasseur?
Say sha-SUR. The American pronunciation is /ʃæˈsɝ/. In British English it is /ʃæˈsɜː/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in chasseur?
Chasseur has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SUR). Broken into parts: sha · SUR.
Is chasseur 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 /ʃæˈsɜː/ (sha-SUR).