chrysler

IPA/ˈkraɪzlə(r)/
KK[krˈaɪslɚ]IPA/ˈkraɪslər/

chrysler — noun

1. a car built by the American company Chrysler, which was started in Detroit in 19

1.noun
Definition

a car built by the American company Chrysler, which was started in Detroit in 1925 by Walter P. Chrysler

Example

Emma's father still drives the Chrysler he bought in 1972.

relative clause: 'the Chrysler he bought'

The old Chrysler rolled to a stop beside the petrol pump.

inanimate subject + motion verb: 'rolled to a stop'

Common collocations
  • drive a Chrysler
  • buy a Chrysler
  • own a Chrysler
  • old Chrysler
  • vintage Chrysler

Common Mistakes

He drives a chrysler.
He drives a Chrysler.
brand names like Chrysler are proper nouns and must be capitalised.

Synonym discussion

Sense: noun/1

Chrysler, Ford, Chevrolet, and Buick are all historic American car brands, but each carries a distinct image. Ford is the most mass-market and globally recognisable name, linked to affordable, durable vehicles like the F-150 and Mustang. Chevrolet (often shortened to 'Chevy') occupies a similar mainstream space but leans toward a sportier, younger image with models like the Corvette. Buick sits a step above in perceived luxury — it has long been marketed as a premium but not top-tier brand, popular with an older demographic. Chrysler falls between the mainstream and premium tiers: its cars, such as the 300 and Pacifica, are seen as comfortable, slightly upmarket American vehicles without the full prestige of a Cadillac or Lincoln. A learner might hear 'He drives a Ford' and picture a practical choice, while 'He drives a Chrysler' suggests a touch more style and comfort.

Ford ↗ChevroletBuick

Etymology

GermanEnglish

The car brand is named after Walter P. Chrysler (1875–1940), an American automotive engineer and businessman who founded the Chrysler Corporation in 1925. The surname Chrysler is of German origin, a variant of 'Kreisler,' meaning a potter or someone who works with clay.