How to Pronounce "shortage"
word
/ˈʃɔɹtədʒ/
SHOR-tij
/ʃˈɔːtɪdʒ/
SHAW-tij
Definition
A situation where there is not enough of something that is needed or wanted.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈʃɔɹtədʒ/
British English
/ʃˈɔːtɪdʒ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHOR-tij
UK
SHAW-tij
Listen in Context
There is a shortage of clean water in this village.
The store is closed because of a shortage of workers.
During the war, there was a shortage of food.
We’re seeing a serious teacher shortage in many cities lately.