How to Pronounce "cherub"
word
ˈtʃɛɹəb
CHAIR-ub
tʃˈɛɹʌb
chuh-RUB
Definition
A cherub is a type of angel, often shown in art as a small, chubby child with wings. The word can also be used to describe a sweet, innocent-looking child.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃɛɹəb
British English
tʃˈɛɹʌb
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHAIR-ub
UK
chuh-RUB
Listen in Context
The painting shows a cherub with small wings.
Her baby looks like a little cherub.
A cherub smiled from the top of the Christmas tree.
My niece is such a cherub—always smiling and so sweet.