How to Pronounce "shallowness"
word
ˈʃæɫoʊnəs
SHAL-oh-nuss
ʃˈæləʊnəs
SHAL-uh-nuss
Definition
The quality of being shallow; can describe a lack of depth in water, or a person, idea, or feeling that is not deep or serious.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃæɫoʊnəs
British English
ʃˈæləʊnəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHAL-oh-nuss
UK
SHAL-uh-nuss
Listen in Context
The shallowness of the water made it easy for children to play.
She was criticized for the shallowness of her comments.
The shallowness of the dish is perfect for baking pies.
His shallowness made it hard to have a real conversation with him.