How to Pronounce "in shambles"
expression
in SHAM-buhlz
in SHAM-buhlz
Definition
Describes something that is in a state of great disorder, confusion, or ruin—physically or metaphorically.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈʃæmbəɫz
British English
ˈɪn/ /ʃˈæmbəlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in SHAM-buhlz
UK
in SHAM-buhlz
Listen in Context
After the storm, the whole town was in shambles.
My room was in shambles after the party.
The plan is in shambles and needs to be fixed.
Ever since the company lost funding, everything's been in shambles.