noun
Uncommon
Chopin
shoh-PAN
Chopin (noun) means an old unit of liquid measure roughly equal to half a pint. Example: “The innkeeper poured out a chopin of ale.”
noun
1
An old unit of liquid measure roughly equal to half a pint.
"The innkeeper poured out a chopin of ale."
How to use Chopin
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA historical measure of liquid — you will mostly meet the word today as the composer's surname.
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Word forms
- Plural
- Chopins
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Etymology
Borrowed from French chopine, an old measure for wine or beer. Also a well-known surname, as in the composer Frédéric Chopin.
Frequently asked questions
What does “Chopin” mean?
The word “Chopin” means an old unit of liquid measure roughly equal to half a pint. In plain terms, a historical measure of liquid — you will mostly meet the word today as the composer's surname.
How do you pronounce “Chopin”?
“Chopin” is pronounced shoh-PAN (/ʃoʊˈpæn/ in IPA).
How do you use “Chopin” in a sentence?
Here is “Chopin” used in a sentence: “The innkeeper poured out a chopin of ale.”
What part of speech is “Chopin”?
“Chopin” is a noun.
Where does the word “Chopin” come from?
The word “Chopin” comes from French. Borrowed from French chopine, an old measure for wine or beer. Also a well-known surname, as in the composer Frédéric Chopin.
Is “Chopin” a common word?
“Chopin” is an uncommon word in modern English.
