How do you pronounce "shelley"?

In American English: /ˈʃɛli/ (SHEHL-ee). In British English: /ʃˈɛli/ (SH-ehl). In Canadian English: /ˈʃɛli/ (SHEHL-ee). In Australian English: /ʃˈɛli/ (SH-ehl).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈʃɛli/ (SHEHL-ee), while in British English it's /ʃˈɛli/ (SH-ehl).

How to Pronounce "shelley"

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shelley

/ˈʃɛli/

SHEHL-ee

Syllable Breakdown

ʃɛlshel·iley

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