How to Pronounce "yashiro"
word
jəˈʃiɹoʊ
yuh-SHEE-roh
jəˈʃɪərəʊ
yuh-SHI-uh-roh
Definition
A 'yashiro' is a Shinto shrine in Japan, a place where people worship Shinto gods or spirits. It is a religious site with traditional Japanese architecture.
IPA Transcription
American English
jəˈʃiɹoʊ
British English
jəˈʃɪərəʊ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
yuh-SHEE-roh
UK
yuh-SHI-uh-roh
Listen in Context
A yashiro is a traditional Japanese shrine.
People visit the yashiro to pray for good luck.
The festival is held at the local yashiro every year.
We took beautiful photos at the yashiro during cherry blossom season.