How do you pronounce "shots"?

In American English: /ˈʃɑːts/ (SHAHTS). In British English: /ʃˈɒts/ (SH). In Canadian English: /ˈʃɑːts/ (SHAHTS). In Australian English: /ʃˈɒts/ (SH).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈʃɑːts/ (SHAHTS), while in British English it's /ʃˈɒts/ (SH).

How to Pronounce "shots"

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shots

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/ˈʃɑːts/

SHAHTS

Syllable Breakdown

ʃɑːtsshots

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