How to Pronounce "shirk"
word
ˈʃɝk
SHURK
ʃɜːk
SHURK
Definition
To avoid or neglect doing something you are supposed to do, especially duties or responsibilities.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɝk
British English
ʃɜːk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHURK
UK
SHURK
Listen in Context
You should not shirk your duties at work.
He always tries to shirk responsibility.
Students must not shirk their homework.
If you keep shirking your chores, they'll just pile up.