How to Pronounce "what a shame"
expression
WUHT-uh-SHAYM
WOT-uh-SHAYM
Definition
Used to express sadness, disappointment, or sympathy about something unfortunate.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhwət/, /ˈwət/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈʃeɪm
British English
wˈɒt/ /æɪ/ /ʃˈeɪm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WUHT-uh-SHAYM
UK
WOT-uh-SHAYM
Listen in Context
What a shame, you missed the party.
It started to rain on our picnic. What a shame!
He failed the exam? What a shame.
You lost your wallet? What a shame, I hope you find it soon.