How to Pronounce "shields"
word
/ˈʃiɫdz/
sheeldz
/ʃˈiːldz/
sheeldz
Definition
Protective objects used to block attacks or danger, especially in battle. Also refers to anything that provides protection.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈʃiɫdz/
British English
/ʃˈiːldz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sheeldz
UK
sheeldz
Listen in Context
The soldiers carried their shields into battle.
The police used shields to protect themselves.
Medieval knights held shields during fights.
Doctors see vaccines as shields against many diseases.