Chopin
Chopin (noun) means an old unit of liquid measure roughly equal to half a pint. Example: “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.
Word Forms
Chopins plural, chopins plural
Fill the Gap
Can you complete this real example?
The innkeeper poured out a _____ of ale.
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.