chart

noun
UK: /tʃɑːt/
US: /tʃɑːrt/

  1. A drawing that shows information in a simple way, often using lines and curves.

    1. Look at the chart to see the sales numbers. [ ] [ ]
    2. The chart clearly illustrates the company's growth over the past year. [ ] [ ]

  2. A map used by sailors or pilots.

    1. The captain used the chart to navigate the ship. [ ] [ ]
    2. The old chart helped them avoid dangerous rocks near the coast. [ ] [ ]

  3. A list that ranks things in order of popularity or importance.

    1. The song is number one on the music chart. [ ] [ ]
    2. The album jumped to the top of the chart this week due to high sales. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

plot diagram table map graph
chart verb

  1. To make a map or plan.

    1. We will chart a course for our trip. [ ] [ ]
    2. The team had to chart a new strategy after the initial plan failed. [ ] [ ]

  2. To record the progress or development of something.

    1. The doctor will chart your progress. [ ] [ ]
    2. Scientists chart the movement of migratory birds each year. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "chart" in English means: A drawing that shows information in a simple way, often using lines and curves., A map used by sailors or pilots., A list that ranks things in order of popularity or importance..

The phonetic transcription of "chart" is /tʃɑːt/ in British English and /tʃɑːrt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "chart": plot, diagram, table, map, graph.

Example usage of "chart": "Look at the chart to see the sales numbers.". More examples on the page.