How to Pronounce Shanghaied

To pronounce "shanghaied", say SHANGH-aied — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

10

Letters

SHANGH-aied

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💡 Tip for remembering “shanghaied”

"shanghaied" has 2 syllables: shangh-aied. It rhymes with danaid and danaide, if that helps it stick.

What does shanghaied mean?

verb

  1. To force or trick (someone) into joining a ship as part of the crew.
  2. To abduct or coerce.

Synonyms

press-gang

Words that rhyme with shanghaied

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

danaiddanaide

Related words

impressdragoonedconscriptedhoodwinksgulledfellatesuckeredinveigles

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shanghaied"?▾

"Shanghaied" has 2 syllables: shangh · aied.

What does "shanghaied" mean?▾

Shanghaied: To force or trick (someone) into joining a ship as part of the crew.

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