How do you pronounce "shames"?

In American English: /ˈʃeɪmz/ (SHAYMZ). In British English: /ʃˈeɪmz/ (SH). In Canadian English: /ˈʃeɪmz/ (SHAYMZ). In Australian English: /ʃˈeɪmz/ (SH).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈʃeɪmz/ (SHAYMZ), while in British English it's /ʃˈeɪmz/ (SH).

How to Pronounce "shames"

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shames

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/ˈʃeɪmz/

SHAYMZ

Syllable Breakdown

ʃeɪmzshames

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