How to Pronounce "shyster"
word
ˈʃaɪstɝ
SHY-ster
ʃˈaɪstɐ
SHY-stuh
Definition
A 'shyster' is a dishonest person, especially a lawyer, who uses tricky or unethical methods to cheat people.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃaɪstɝ
British English
ʃˈaɪstɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHY-ster
UK
SHY-stuh
Listen in Context
The shyster tricked many people out of their money.
Be careful—he's a real shyster.
The business was run by a shyster.
People say that lawyer is a total shyster.