How to Pronounce "chippendale"
word
ˈtʃɪpəˌdeɪɫ
CHIP-uh-dayl
ˈtʃɪp(ə)nˌdeɪl
CHIP-uhn-dayl
Definition
Chippendale refers to either an 18th-century English furniture style known for its elegant, decorative designs, or to a male dancer in a group famous for performing striptease shows.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃɪpəˌdeɪɫ
British English
ˈtʃɪp(ə)nˌdeɪl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHIP-uh-dayl
UK
CHIP-uhn-dayl
Listen in Context
This chair is a Chippendale design.
He bought a Chippendale table at the auction.
The dancers performed as Chippendales last night.
I'm looking for a vintage Chippendale desk for my study.