How to Pronounce "chimera"
word
tʃɪˈmɛɹə
chi-MEH-ruh
kaɪmˈiəɹɐ
ky-MEE-uh-ruh
Definition
A chimera is a mythical creature made of parts from different animals. It can also mean an impossible or imaginary idea that someone hopes for but cannot achieve.
IPA Transcription
American English
tʃɪˈmɛɹə
British English
kaɪmˈiəɹɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
chi-MEH-ruh
UK
ky-MEE-uh-ruh
Listen in Context
The ancient Greeks believed the chimera could breathe fire.
Winning the lottery is just a chimera for most people.
Some stories in mythology talk about a chimera with three heads.
His hope of moving to Mars is a chimera, but he still dreams about it.