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

Tender veal is served with Swiss chard, raspberries and a chocolate emulsion in an unexpected combination. — Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 16 Sep. 2026

One among them is Swiss chard, a nutrient-dense vegetable from the same family as beets and spinach. — Catherine Jessee, Southern Living, 15 Sep. 2026

Buckwheat ravioli filled with Prà Fiorito cheese and Swiss chard celebrated local artisanal ingredients, while a refined chicken cacciatore demonstrated impressive restraint. — Vicki Power, TheWeek, 14 Sep. 2026

Swiss chard, kale, and collard greens can produce well in some areas, too. — Lauren Landers, The Spruce, 6 Sep. 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