How do you pronounce "shrimp"?

In American English: /ˈʃrɪmp/ (SHRIMP). In British English: /ʃɹˈɪmp/ (SHR). In Canadian English: /ˈʃrɪmp/ (SHRIMP). In Australian English: /ʃɹˈɪmp/ (SHR).

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

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈʃrɪmp/ (SHRIMP), while in British English it's /ʃɹˈɪmp/ (SHR).

How to Pronounce "shrimp"

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shrimp

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/ˈʃrɪmp/

SHRIMP

Syllable Breakdown

ʃrɪmpshrimp

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