How to Pronounce "shorts"
word
/ˈʃɔɹts/
shorts
/ʃˈɔːts/
shawts
Definition
Shorts are short pants that cover only the top part of the legs. People usually wear them in warm weather, for sports, or to relax.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈʃɔɹts/
British English
/ʃˈɔːts/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
shorts
UK
shawts
Listen in Context
He is wearing blue shorts.
I wear shorts in summer.
These shorts are too small for me.
It’s so hot today—I’m definitely wearing shorts.