How do you pronounce "shades"?

In American English: /ˈʃeɪdz/ (SHAYDZ). In British English: /ʃˈeɪdz/ (SH). In Canadian English: /ˈʃeɪdz/ (SHAYDZ). In Australian English: /ʃˈeɪdz/ (SH).

Is "shades" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈʃeɪdz/ (SHAYDZ), while in British English it's /ʃˈeɪdz/ (SH).

How to Pronounce "shades"

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shades

/ˈʃeɪdz/

SHAYDZ

Syllable Breakdown

ʃeɪdzshades

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