How to Pronounce "shortages"
word
ˈʃɔɹtədʒəz/, /ˈʃɔɹtɪdʒɪz
SHOR-tuh-jiz
ʃˈɔːtɪdʒɪz
SHAW-ti-jiz
Definition
A lack or not enough of something that is needed. 'Shortages' is the plural form, meaning there are several types or instances where things are not available.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɔɹtədʒəz/, /ˈʃɔɹtɪdʒɪz
British English
ʃˈɔːtɪdʒɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHOR-tuh-jiz
UK
SHAW-ti-jiz
Listen in Context
There are shortages of water in many countries.
The city faces shortages of medical supplies.
Shortages during winter can make life difficult.
Supermarkets sometimes close early because of staff shortages.