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UK/["/tʃest/"]/US/["/tʃest/"]/

Meaning of Chest

In simple words: The front upper part of your body where your heart and lungs are.

Chest in a sentence

  • He felt a tightness in his chest after running up the stairs.
  • She opened the treasure chest to reveal its hidden riches.
  • The doctor examined her chest to check for any signs of illness.
  • In the game of chess, each player has a chest to store their pieces.
  • He placed the logs in the chest of the fire to keep it burning.

How to use Chest

Used in both everyday and formal contexts to refer to the human torso or a large box for storage. Avoid in more formal medical discussions where specific terminology is preferred.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of a treasure chest on your 'chest' where you keep your heart.

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Synonyms for Chest

Opposites of Chest

Common mistakes with Chest

  • Confused with 'chest' as in storage box vs. body part.
  • Mispronouncing 'chest' as 'chestt'.
  • Using 'chest' in plural form when referring to parts of the body.

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Frequently asked questions about Chest

What does Chest mean?

The front upper part of your body where your heart and lungs are.

What is the definition of Chest?

the top part of the front of the body, between the neck and the stomach

How do you use Chest in a sentence?

He felt a tightness in his chest after running up the stairs.

Can you give another example of Chest?

She opened the treasure chest to reveal its hidden riches.

What are synonyms for Chest?

Common alternatives include thorax, torso, upper body.

What is the opposite of Chest?

Opposite meanings include back, abdomen.

What words go with Chest?

It commonly pairs with barrel, big, broad, clutch, clutch at, beat, expand, heave, rise and fall, discomfort, pain, tightness, in the/​your chest, on the/​your chest, to the/​your chest.

What are common mistakes when using Chest?

Confused with 'chest' as in storage box vs. body part. Mispronouncing 'chest' as 'chestt'. Using 'chest' in plural form when referring to parts of the body.

How do you pronounce Chest?

US: /["/tʃest/"]/, UK: /["/tʃest/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Chest?

Used in both everyday and formal contexts to refer to the human torso or a large box for storage. Avoid in more formal medical discussions where specific terminology is preferred.

What CEFR level is Chest?

"Chest" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.