How to Pronounce "shackles"

word

ˈʃækəɫz

SHAK-uhlz

ʃˈækəlz

SHAK-uhlz

Definition

Shackles are metal chains or cuffs used to bind someone's hands or feet, preventing them from moving freely. The word can also be used figuratively to describe anything that limits freedom.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈʃækəɫz

British English

ʃˈækəlz

Simplified Pronunciation

SHAK-uhlz

Listen in Context

The prisoner wore shackles on his ankles.

They removed the shackles from her wrists.

Shackles keep people from escaping.

She finally broke the shackles of fear and spoke up.