How to Pronounce "shoddy"
word
ˈʃɑdi
SHAH-dee
ʃˈɒdi
SHOD-ee
Definition
Describes something of poor quality, badly made, or done without care. It can refer to products, work, or even behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɑdi
British English
ʃˈɒdi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHAH-dee
UK
SHOD-ee
Listen in Context
The shoes fell apart because they were shoddy.
He did a shoddy job on the project.
The furniture looked shoddy and cheap.
Customers complained about the shoddy service at the restaurant.