Cómo Pronunciar "shrift"
word
ˈʃɹɪft
SHRIFT
ʃɹˈɪft
SHRIFT
Definición
Shrift is an old-fashioned word for the act of confessing sins to a priest and receiving forgiveness. Today, it is mostly used in expressions like 'short shrift,' meaning quick or little attention.
Transcripción IPA
Inglés Americano
ˈʃɹɪft
Inglés Británico
ʃɹˈɪft
Pronunciación Simplificada
EE.UU.
SHRIFT
UK
SHRIFT
Escucha en Contexto
The prisoner asked for shrift before his execution.
The king granted him shrift for his sins.
Confession and shrift were important in medieval times.
He got short shrift from his boss after making a mistake.