chard

1 of 2

noun (1)

ˈchärd 

: swiss chard

chard

2 of 2

noun (2)

ˈshärd 

: chardonnay

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Although a variety of beet, chard does not have an enlarged root, but does have large leaves and juicy stalks that are often cooked as a vegetable. Chard is also called Swiss chard. The leaves and stalks are a good source of vitamins A, B, and C. Chard is popular as a home-garden plant because it is easy to grow, productive, and tolerant of moderate heat. Highly perishable, it is difficult to ship to distant markets.

Examples of chard in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Leafy greens such as spinach, kale, beet and turnip tops, chard and collards top the list of longevity foods. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026

Sturdier greens like kale and Swiss chard can be blanched for an additional layer of protection. — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 14 July 2026

Aphids can also transmit viruses from one plant to another, which can be particularly damaging to crops like squash, cucumber, pumpkin, melon, bean, potato, lettuce, beet, chard and bok choy. — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 7 July 2026

Swiss chard is generally ready for harvesting in about four to six weeks from planting. — Amy Brightfield, Better Homes & Gardens, 3 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun (1)

modification of French carde, from Occitan cardo, from Vulgar Latin *carda, alteration of Latin carduus thistle, cardoon

First Known Use

Noun (1)

1664, in the meaning defined above

Noun (2)

1977, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing chard

• Swiss chard

Rhymes for chard

• bard
• barred
• card
• charred
• guard
• hard
• jarred
• lard
• marred
• nard
• scarred
• shard

Kids Definition

chard

noun

ˈchärd

: swiss chard