How to Pronounce Shard

To pronounce "shard", say SHARD — one syllable, IPA /ʃaːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/ʃaːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shard”

"shard" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with regard and disregard, if that helps it stick.

What does shard mean?

noun

  1. A piece of broken glass or pottery, especially one found in an archaeological dig.
  2. (by extension) A piece of material, especially rock and similar materials, reminding of a broken piece of glass or pottery.

verb

  1. To fall apart into shards, usually as the result of impact or explosion.
  2. To break (something) into shards.

Synonyms

partitionpotsherdsplinter

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Words that rhyme with shard

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regarddisregardhardretardsafeguardvanguardmarredbarredavant-gardediscardjarredcourtyard

Related words

fragmentsherdsplintersliveroutburstflareflashbite

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shard"?▾

"Shard" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "shard"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shard" is /ʃaːd/.

What does "shard" mean?▾

Shard: A piece of broken glass or pottery, especially one found in an archaeological dig.

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