How to Pronounce "shanks"
word
ˈʃæŋks
SHANKS
ʃˈæŋks
SHANKS
Definition
‘Shanks’ refers to the lower part of the leg (shins or calves), especially used informally or humorously to mean legs. It can also mean the lower part of an animal's leg, especially as meat.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃæŋks
British English
ʃˈæŋks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHANKS
UK
SHANKS
Listen in Context
My shanks are tired after that long walk.
Lamb shanks are delicious when slow-cooked.
He got up and stretched his shanks after sitting for hours.
It’s only two blocks away, so we can just use our shanks and walk.