How to Pronounce Chancre
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Chancre Pronunciation
SHANG-ker
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
SHANG
stress here
ker
2 syllables
What is Chancre?
The painless, firm, round ulcer that appears at the site of syphilis infection (primary syphilis), typically on the genitals, anus, lips, or tongue. It appears 10 to 90 days after exposure and resolves on its own even without treatment.
Questions About Chancre
How do you pronounce 'chancre'?
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Chancre is pronounced SHANG-ker. The first syllable rhymes with "hang" or "bang," and the second syllable sounds like "ker" as in "kerplop." Say it like you're describing a shape: SHANG-ker.
Which syllable in 'chancre' do you stress when saying it?
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You stress the FIRST syllable: SHANG-ker, not shang-KER. A common mistake is putting the stress on the second syllable, but the proper way is to emphasize the "shang" part.
How many syllables does 'chancre' have?
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Chancre has two syllables: SHANG-ker. It's a short, simple word to say once you know where the stress goes.
What are some common mispronunciations of 'chancre'?
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People sometimes say "SHAN-soor" or "CHAN-ker" (like "canker"), but both are wrong. The correct way is SHANG-ker, with the stress on the first syllable and a "g" sound in the middle.
Where does the word 'chancre' come from?
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Chancre comes from the French word "chancre," which itself comes from Latin "cancer" meaning "crab" or "canker." The French version softened the Latin root into the medical term we use today.
What does 'chancre' mean in simple terms?
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A chancre is a specific type of open sore or ulcer that has a firm, round shape. It's a medical term used to describe a particular kind of wound or lesion you might hear doctors discussing.
Are there other medical words related to 'chancre'?
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Yes, "chancroid" is a related term—it's pronounced SHANG-kroid and refers to a different type of ulcer. Both words share the same root from the Latin word for crab.
How would you use 'chancre' in a sentence?
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You might hear a doctor say: "The patient presented with a chancre on the affected area." It's a clinical term doctors use when describing or documenting what they observe.