How to Pronounce "chaplains"
word
ˈtʃæpɫənz
CHAP-lənz
tʃˈæplɪnz
CHAP-linz
Definition
Chaplains are religious leaders who provide spiritual support in places like hospitals, the military, schools, or prisons.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃæpɫənz
British English
tʃˈæplɪnz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHAP-lənz
UK
CHAP-linz
Listen in Context
The hospital has several chaplains who help patients.
Many soldiers talk to chaplains for comfort.
Chaplains visit prisoners every week.
Some people find it easier to open up to chaplains than to doctors.