How to Pronounce "shelf"
word
/ˈʃɛɫf/
shelf
/ʃˈɛlf/
shelf
Definition
A shelf is a flat board or surface attached to a wall or inside a cupboard, cabinet, or bookcase, used for holding things. It can also refer to a natural flat area of rock.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈʃɛɫf/
British English
/ʃˈɛlf/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
shelf
UK
shelf
Listen in Context
The books are on the shelf.
I put the cup on the top shelf.
This shelf is too small for the box.
Can you grab the pasta sauce from the middle shelf?