How to Pronounce Shanties

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

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

SHANT-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “shanties”

"shanties" has 2 syllables: shant-ies. It rhymes with panties and aunties, if that helps it stick.

What does shanties mean?

noun

  1. A roughly-built hut or cabin.
  2. A rudimentary or improvised dwelling, especially one not legally owned.

noun

  1. A song a sailor sings, especially in rhythm to his work.

Synonyms

shackspeakeasysea shanty

Words that rhyme with shanties

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pantiesauntiesgranteeschanteyschantiesantessanteesvigilantes

Related words

hutsshantytownshacksfolksongstarpaulinsbuskersshantung

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shanties"?▾

"Shanties" has 2 syllables: shant · ies.

What does "shanties" mean?▾

Shanties: A roughly-built hut or cabin.

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