How to Pronounce "shellac"
word
ˈʃɛˌɫæk
shuh-LAK
ʃˈɛlæk
she-LAK
Definition
Shellac is a natural resin used as a wood finish, varnish, or polish. It can also refer to the liquid coating made from this resin, or in slang, to a severe defeat.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɛˌɫæk
British English
ʃˈɛlæk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
shuh-LAK
UK
she-LAK
Listen in Context
The wood table was coated with shellac to make it shiny.
People often use shellac as a varnish for musical instruments.
He bought a bottle of liquid shellac for his art project.
The old violin had been carefully finished with several layers of shellac.