How to Pronounce "chaperoned"
word
ˈʃæpɝˌoʊn
SHAP-er-oand
ʃˈæpəɹˌəʊnd
shap-uh-ROHND
Definition
To be accompanied and supervised by an adult, especially to ensure proper behavior, often during social events or outings.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃæpɝˌoʊn
British English
ʃˈæpəɹˌəʊnd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHAP-er-oand
UK
shap-uh-ROHND
Listen in Context
The children were chaperoned on their field trip.
Teenagers must be chaperoned at the dance.
We were chaperoned to the museum by our teacher.
Luckily, the party was chaperoned, so parents felt at ease.