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Chick

🇬🇧 UK //tʃɪk// 🇺🇸 US //tʃɪk//

Meaning of Chick

A young chicken, especially one newly hatched.

In simple words: A baby chicken.

Chick in a sentence

• The chick chirped loudly as it hatched from the egg.
• The farmer raised several chicks on his farm.
• Look at that cute little chick running around!
• In college, I made friends with a couple of cool chicks.
• The chicks gathered together, making a soft chirping sound.

How to use Chick

Use 'chick' when referring to a baby chicken. In informal contexts, it can refer to a young woman. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

CHICK sounds like 'kick' - imagine a baby chicken kicking playfully.

Related words

Collocations with Chick

• baby chick
• pet chick
• chick hatching

Synonyms for Chick

• poultry
• fowl
• chickadee

Common mistakes with Chick

• Confused with 'chique' meaning stylish.
• Using 'chick' to refer to adult women in formal situations.
• Assuming 'chick' is only used for baby chickens.

Frequently asked questions about Chick

What does Chick mean?

A baby chicken.

What is the definition of Chick?

A young chicken, especially one newly hatched.

How do you use Chick in a sentence?

The chick chirped loudly as it hatched from the egg.

Can you give another example of Chick?

The farmer raised several chicks on his farm.

What are synonyms for Chick?

Common alternatives include poultry, fowl, chickadee.

What words go with Chick?

It commonly pairs with baby chick, pet chick, chick hatching.

What are common mistakes when using Chick?

Confused with 'chique' meaning stylish. Using 'chick' to refer to adult women in formal situations. Assuming 'chick' is only used for baby chickens.

How do you pronounce Chick?

US: //tʃɪk//, UK: //tʃɪk//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Chick?

Use 'chick' when referring to a baby chicken. In informal contexts, it can refer to a young woman. Avoid in formal writing.