How to Pronounce "shoestring"
word
ˈʃuˌstɹɪŋ
SHOO-string
ʃˈuːstɹɪŋ
SHOO-string
Definition
A 'shoestring' is a thin lace or cord used to tie a shoe. It also means a very small amount of money or a tight budget, often used in the phrase 'on a shoestring'.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃuˌstɹɪŋ
British English
ʃˈuːstɹɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHOO-string
UK
SHOO-string
Listen in Context
My shoestring is untied.
She started her business on a shoestring.
Tie your shoestrings before you run.
They managed the whole trip on a shoestring.