chant

noun
UK: /tʃɑːnt/
US: /tʃænt/

  1. A simple song or melody that repeats the same few notes or words many times.

    1. The monks sing a chant.
    2. The crowd began to chant the team's name, louder and louder.

  2. A repetitive song, often with religious or spiritual significance, used in ceremonies or rituals.

    1. The ancient chant filled the temple.
    2. The hypnotic rhythm of the chant induced a meditative state in the listeners.

Synonyms

song hymn utter recite psalm sing intone
chant verb

  1. To sing or say something repeatedly in a rhythmic way, often a simple tune or phrase.

    1. The crowd chant his name.
    2. The protesters began to chant slogans against the government.

  2. To recite or sing in a monotonous tone, especially from religious texts or prayers.

    1. The priest will chant a blessing.
    2. The choir chanted the verses from the Psalms during the service.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "chant" in English means: A simple song or melody that repeats the same few notes or words many times., A repetitive song, often with religious or spiritual significance, used in ceremonies or rituals..

The phonetic transcription of "chant" is /tʃɑːnt/ in British English and /tʃænt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "chant": song, hymn, utter, recite, psalm, sing, intone.

Example usage of "chant": "The monks sing a chant.". More examples on the page.