How to Pronounce char

char is pronounced /tʃɑːr/ (like 'char' in charcoal) or /kær/ (like 'care' without the e) (IPA: tʃɑːr). Common mispronunciations to avoid: see-H-A-R.

tʃɑːr

/tʃɑːr/ (like 'char' in charcoal) or /kær/ (like 'care' without the e)

Correct /tʃɑːr/ (like 'char' in charcoal) or /kær/ (like 'care' without the e)

Common Mistakes

see-H-A-R

char tʃɑːr

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Origin & Etymology

Short for 'character'. Both pronunciations are widely used.

两种读法都可以接受，建议跟团队统一

2つの発音があり、どちらも許容される

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