How to Pronounce "shortcoming"
word
ˈʃɔɹtˌkəmɪŋ
SHORT-kuh-ming
ʃˈɔːtkʌmɪŋ
SHAWT-kuh-ming
Definition
A weak point or fault in someone or something; something that is lacking or not perfect.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɔɹtˌkəmɪŋ
British English
ʃˈɔːtkʌmɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHORT-kuh-ming
UK
SHAWT-kuh-ming
Listen in Context
One shortcoming of this phone is its weak battery.
He admitted his shortcoming and tried to improve.
Every system has some shortcoming.
Let's focus on finding solutions, not just pointing out every shortcoming.