How to Pronounce "shaken"
word
/ˈʃeɪkən/
SHAY-kuhn
/ʃˈeɪkən/
SHAY-kuhn
Definition
Feeling disturbed, upset, or physically moved after a sudden event or strong emotion. Can describe someone who is emotionally affected, or something that has been physically moved or jolted.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈʃeɪkən/
British English
/ʃˈeɪkən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHAY-kuhn
UK
SHAY-kuhn
Listen in Context
She felt shaken after the accident.
The box was shaken and fell to the ground.
He looked shaken after hearing the news.
I was pretty shaken when the dog suddenly barked next to me.