How to Pronounce "shrugs"
word
ˈʃɹəɡz
SHRUGZ
ʃɹˈʌɡz
SHRUGZ
Definition
To raise and lower your shoulders, usually to show that you do not know something or do not care.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɹəɡz
British English
ʃɹˈʌɡz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHRUGZ
UK
SHRUGZ
Listen in Context
He shrugs when he doesn't know the answer.
She shrugs to show she doesn't care.
The boy shrugs and walks away.
Whenever I ask for help, he just shrugs and changes the subject.