How do you pronounce "shocks"?

In American English: /ˈʃɑːks/ (SHAHKS). In British English: /ʃˈɒks/ (SH). In Canadian English: /ˈʃɑːks/ (SHAHKS). In Australian English: /ʃˈɒks/ (SH).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈʃɑːks/ (SHAHKS), while in British English it's /ʃˈɒks/ (SH).

How to Pronounce "shocks"

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shocks

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/ˈʃɑːks/

SHAHKS

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ʃɑːksshocks

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