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How do you spell Chic?

Correct spelling

chic

Pronounced sheek not chick. From French.

Why is chic spelled this way?

From French chic, elegance. The CH makes a SH sound — a French convention that trips up English speakers constantly.

Common misspellings of chic

sheekchickshicchique

Example

The apartment had a simple, chic aesthetic.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell chic?+
The correct spelling is "chic". Pronounced sheek not chick. From French.
Is it sheek or chic?+
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