How to Pronounce "chortle"
word
ˈtʃɔɹtəɫ
CHOR-tuhl
tʃˈɔːtəl
CHAW-tuhl
Definition
To laugh quietly or happily, often with a mixture of a chuckle and a snort.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃɔɹtəɫ
British English
tʃˈɔːtəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHOR-tuhl
UK
CHAW-tuhl
Listen in Context
The children chortled at the funny story.
He chortled when he saw the surprise gift.
She couldn't help but chortle during the movie.
He chortled to himself when he read the text message.