How to Pronounce "bookshelf"
word
ˈbʊkˌʃɛɫf
BOOK-shelf
bˈʊkʃɛlf
BOOK-shelf
Definition
A shelf or piece of furniture used for holding or displaying books.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbʊkˌʃɛɫf
British English
bˈʊkʃɛlf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BOOK-shelf
UK
BOOK-shelf
Listen in Context
I put my favorite stories on the bookshelf.
The bookshelf is next to the window.
He built a new bookshelf for his room.
My bookshelf is overflowing; I need to get rid of some books.