How to Pronounce "nothing short of"
expression
NUH-thing SHAWRT uhv
NUH-thing SHAWT ov
Definition
Used to stress that something is exactly what is being described or is as strong as possible; emphasizes surprise, admiration, or sometimes criticism.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnəθɪŋ/ /ˈʃɔɹt/ /ˈəv
British English
nˈʌθɪŋ/ /ʃˈɔːt/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NUH-thing SHAWRT uhv
UK
NUH-thing SHAWT ov
Listen in Context
Her recovery was nothing short of a miracle.
The concert was nothing short of amazing.
Winning the championship was nothing short of a dream come true.
Their generosity was nothing short of incredible.