How to Pronounce "shrink from"
expression
ˈʃɹɪŋk/ /ˈfɹəm
SHRINGK frum
ʃɹˈɪŋk/ /fɹˈɒm
shringk FROM
Definition
To avoid doing something because you are afraid, worried, or unwilling; to be unwilling to do something difficult or unpleasant.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɹɪŋk/ /ˈfɹəm
British English
ʃɹˈɪŋk/ /fɹˈɒm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHRINGK frum
UK
shringk FROM
Listen in Context
Many people shrink from speaking in public.
She did not shrink from the difficult task.
Do not shrink from new experiences.
Even when criticized, he never shrinks from telling the truth.