How to Pronounce "chapter and verse"

expression

ˈtʃæptɝ/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈvɝs

CHAP-ter and VURS

tʃˈæptɐ/ /ˈænd/ /vˈɜːs

CHAP-tuh and VURS

Definition

To provide exact details, facts, or references to support what you say—often as a direct quote from an authority, especially used for quoting the Bible but now means giving precise evidence.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈtʃæptɝ/ /ˈænd/, /ənd/ /ˈvɝs

British English

tʃˈæptɐ/ /ˈænd/ /vˈɜːs

Simplified Pronunciation

CHAP-ter and VURS

CHAP-tuh and VURS

Listen in Context

He gave chapter and verse to prove his point.

Can you give me chapter and verse for that claim?

She always wants chapter and verse before she believes anything.

If you want to convince her, you'll need chapter and verse.