How to Pronounce "in short supply"
expression
in SHORT suh-PLY
in SHAWT suh-PLY
Definition
If something is in short supply, there is not enough of it available; it is difficult to find or get.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈʃɔɹt/ /səˈpɫaɪ
British English
ˈɪn/ /ʃˈɔːt/ /ˈsʌpli
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in SHORT suh-PLY
UK
in SHAWT suh-PLY
Listen in Context
Fresh water is in short supply in some countries.
Medicine was in short supply after the earthquake.
Jobs are in short supply for young people.
Good teachers are in short supply these days.