How to Pronounce "shortcomings"
word
ˈʃɔɹtˌkəmɪŋz
SHORT-kuh-mingz
ʃˈɔːtkʌmɪŋz
SHAWT-kuh-mingz
Definition
Weaknesses or faults that prevent someone or something from being perfect or fully successful.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɔɹtˌkəmɪŋz
British English
ʃˈɔːtkʌmɪŋz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHORT-kuh-mingz
UK
SHAWT-kuh-mingz
Listen in Context
Everyone has some shortcomings.
We should try to improve our shortcomings.
Despite its shortcomings, the plan worked.
He admitted his shortcomings at the meeting.