How to pronounce misshape
Say it like MIS-shayp. Misshape has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIS).
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- MIS
- shayp
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Misshape pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MISSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- shaypKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
American vs British pronunciation of misshape
American and British speakers say misshape in essentially the same way: /ˈmɪsʃeɪp/ in the US and /ˈmɪsʃeɪp/ in the UK.
British respelling: MIS-shayp.
What does misshape mean?
- A misshapen object; now especially, a broken item (especially food) sold individually at a cheaper price.
- To shape badly or incorrectly.
Where does misshape come from?
From mis- + shape.
Questions about saying misshape
How do you pronounce misshape?
Say MIS-shayp. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɪsʃeɪp/. In British English it is /ˈmɪsʃeɪp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in misshape?
Misshape has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MIS). Broken into parts: MIS · shayp.
Do Americans and Brits say misshape the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈmɪsʃeɪp/ and the British form is /ˈmɪsʃeɪp/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.