How to Pronounce "pawnshops"
word
ˈpɔnˌʃɑps
PAWN-shahps
pˈɔːnʃɒps
PAWN-shops
Definition
Pawnshops are businesses where people can leave valuables as a guarantee to get a loan, and buy them back later by repaying the loan. If the loan is not repaid, the pawnshop can sell the item.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɔnˌʃɑps
British English
pˈɔːnʃɒps
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAWN-shahps
UK
PAWN-shops
Listen in Context
Some people use pawnshops when they need quick cash.
You can sell your old jewelry at pawnshops.
Many pawnshops are open late at night.
People sometimes take guitars to pawnshops when they're short on rent.