How to Pronounce "shetland"
word
ˈʃɛtɫənd
SHET-luhnd
ˈʃɛtlənd
SHET-luhnd
Definition
Shetland most often refers to a group of islands in the north of Scotland, or to animals (like the Shetland pony or sheep) that come from there.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɛtɫənd
British English
ˈʃɛtlənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SHET-luhnd
UK
SHET-luhnd
Listen in Context
The Shetland Islands are north of Scotland.
A Shetland pony is small and strong.
My sweater is made from Shetland wool.
I've always wanted to visit the Shetland Islands to watch the puffins.