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
US
CHAP-ter and VURS
UK
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.