How to Pronounce "shaft"
word
/ˈʃæft/
shaft
/ʃˈɑːft/
shahft
Definition
A shaft is a long narrow part of something, such as the handle of a tool or the central rod in a machine. It can also mean a deep vertical passage, especially in a mine or elevator system.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈʃæft/
British English
/ʃˈɑːft/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
shaft
UK
shahft
Listen in Context
The shaft of the hammer is made of wood.
The mechanic replaced the shaft in the car.
They looked down the mine shaft.
Be careful near the elevator shaft—the door is still open.