How to Pronounce "shakespeare"
word
/ˈʃeɪkˌspiɹ/
SHAYK-speer
/ˈʃeɪkˌspɪə/
SHAYK-spee-uh
Definition
William Shakespeare was a famous English writer who wrote plays and poems. His name is also used to refer to his works, style, or importance in literature.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈʃeɪkˌspiɹ/
British English
/ˈʃeɪkˌspɪə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHAYK-speer
UK
SHAYK-spee-uh
Listen in Context
We read Shakespeare in class today.
My sister likes Shakespeare very much.
This is a famous play by Shakespeare.
I know the story is classic, but I still find Shakespeare hard to read.