How to Pronounce "shah"
word
ˈʃɑ
SHAH
ʃˈɑː
SHAH
Definition
A 'shah' is the title used for a king or ruler in Iran (formerly Persia), especially before the 1979 revolution. It refers specifically to Persian monarchs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɑ
British English
ʃˈɑː
Simplified Pronunciation
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SHAH
UK
SHAH
Listen in Context
The shah ruled Persia for many years.
People respected the shah as their king.
The last shah of Iran left the country in 1979.
Many old coins feature the image of the shah on one side.