How to pronounce shinguard
Say it like SHIN-gard. Shinguard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHIN).
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- SHIN
- gard
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Shinguard pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SHINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- gardGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of shinguard
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: SHIN-gahd.
What does shinguard mean?
- A piece of apparel to protect the front of the lower leg (the shin), usually worn when playing sports.
Where does shinguard come from?
From shin + guard.
Questions about saying shinguard
How do you pronounce shinguard?
Say SHIN-gard. The American pronunciation is /ˈʃɪnˌɡɑrd/. In British English it is /ˈʃɪnˌɡɑːd/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in shinguard?
Shinguard has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SHIN). Broken into parts: SHIN · gard.
Is shinguard pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈʃɪnˌɡɑːd/ (SHIN-gahd).