How to Pronounce "shrank"
word
ˈʃɹæŋk
SHRANK
ʃɹˈæŋk
SHRANK
Definition
'Shrank' is the simple past tense of 'shrink'. It means something became smaller in size or amount, often by contracting or losing material, usually involuntarily.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɹæŋk
British English
ʃɹˈæŋk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHRANK
UK
SHRANK
Listen in Context
My sweater shrank in the wash.
The balloon shrank as the air came out.
The ice cube shrank as it melted.
After being left in the sun, the plastic bottle shrank and changed shape.