Synonyms

chard

American

[chahrd] / tʃɑrd /

noun

a variety of beet, Beta vulgaris cicla, having leaves and leafstalks that are used as a vegetable.

chard British

/ tʃɑːd /

noun

Also called: Swiss chard. leaf beet. seakale beet. a variety of beet, Beta vulgaris cicla, with large succulent leaves and thick stalks, used as a vegetable

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Etymology

Origin of chard

1650–60; apparently < French chardon thistle; see cardoon

Example Sentences

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Her Swiss chard and okra stew makes a delicious main course served over polenta, while her coconut fish curry evokes the country’s long coast.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

And then, the turn: each bowl is finished with a poached egg, ribbons of chard, lemon, aioli and toast.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Stir in a heap of chopped greens — kale, chard or spinach — until just wilted.

From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026

Unlike roasting, which removes water and can create a nice crunch in some vegetables, boiling brings softness and, to Swiss chard in particular, a wonderful silky texture.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 3, 2025

After the radishes came squash, then Swiss chard, which nobody knew how to eat.

From "Seedfolks" by Paul Fleischman

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