How to pronounce nonchalant
American English pronunciation
non-shuh-LAHNT
- IPA
- /ˌnɑnʃəˈlɑnt/
- Syllables
- non · shuh · LAHNT (3 syllables, stress on the 3rd)
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What nonchalant means
Calm and relaxed, like nothing bothers you
In a sentence: He stayed nonchalant even when the roller coaster dropped.
Where it comes from: It's French, and it means "not caring."
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