How to Pronounce "shift"
word
/ˈʃɪft/
shift
/ʃˈɪft/
shift
Definition
To shift means to move, change, or cause something to change position, direction, focus, or condition. As a noun, it can also mean a work period, especially one in a factory, hospital, or store.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈʃɪft/
British English
/ʃˈɪft/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
shift
UK
shift
Listen in Context
Please shift your chair a little to the left.
She works the evening shift at the hospital.
The wind shifted during the storm.
We need to shift our focus and deal with the bigger problem first.