How to Pronounce "chief"
word
/ˈtʃif/
cheef
/tʃˈiːf/
cheef
Definition
A chief is the leader or person in charge, especially of a group, tribe, or organization. It can also mean the most important or main part of something.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtʃif/
British English
/tʃˈiːf/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
cheef
UK
cheef
Listen in Context
The chief of the village made the final decision.
My chief concern is your safety.
He is the chief engineer of the team.
She spoke to the chief about the problem.