Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

chapbook

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 2.19 in modern English

Syllables
chap-book
IPA
21
Scrabble Score
8
Letters
2
Syllables
7
Unique Chars

Meaning

Example Sentences

Etymology

Formerly sold by chapmen; see the etymology there, and book.

Inflected Forms

Questions

What does chapbook mean?
A small book, usually made from a single sheet, folded several times, containing poems, ballads or religious tracts.
Where does chapbook come from?
Formerly sold by chapmen; see the etymology there, and book.

How to pronounce chapbook

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  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “chapbook” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.