How to Pronounce "chaos"
word
/ˈkeɪɑs/
KAY-ahs
/kˈeɪɒs/
KAY-os
Definition
A state of complete confusion, disorder, or lack of control. It can describe a messy situation, a noisy environment, or a system where nothing seems organized.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkeɪɑs/
British English
/kˈeɪɒs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAY-ahs
UK
KAY-os
Listen in Context
The room was in chaos after the kids played in it.
Without a plan, the project turned into chaos.
There was chaos on the road after the accident.
The group chat was pure chaos all night.