How do you pronounce "shirts"?

In American English: /ˈʃɝːts/ (SHURTS). In British English: /ʃˈɜːts/ (SH). In Canadian English: /ˈʃɝːts/ (SHURTS). In Australian English: /ʃˈɜːts/ (SH).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈʃɝːts/ (SHURTS), while in British English it's /ʃˈɜːts/ (SH).

How to Pronounce "shirts"

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shirts

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/ˈʃɝːts/

SHURTS

Syllable Breakdown

ʃɝːtsshirts

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