How to Pronounce "sheiks"
word
ˈʃiks
SHEEKS
ʃˈeɪks
SHAYKS
Definition
Sheiks are male leaders of Arab tribes or Islamic communities, commonly holding religious, social, or tribal authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃiks
British English
ʃˈeɪks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHEEKS
UK
SHAYKS
Listen in Context
Many sheiks lead their tribes in the desert.
The sheiks gathered to discuss the village problems.
We saw a group of sheiks wearing traditional clothes.
Over the years, the sheiks have become influential in business as well as politics.