How to Pronounce "checkered"
word
ˈtʃɛkɝd
CHEK-erd
ˈtʃɛkəd
CHEK-ud
Definition
Having a pattern of squares, especially of contrasting colors; also used to describe something with varied, sometimes troubling, past events or history.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃɛkɝd
British English
ˈtʃɛkəd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHEK-erd
UK
CHEK-ud
Listen in Context
He wore a checkered shirt to the party.
The tablecloth is checkered red and white.
The race ended with a checkered flag.
She has had a checkered career, full of both success and controversy.