How to Pronounce Shiatsu

To pronounce "shiatsu", say SHIATS-u — 2 syllables, IPA /ʃiːˈæt.suː/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ʃiːˈæt.suː/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “shiatsu”

"shiatsu" has 2 syllables: shiats-u.

What does shiatsu mean?

noun

  1. A form of massage, using the thumbs and palms, employed as therapy.

Related words

acupressureg-joanmauruttuinashintaidoshampooabhyanga

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "shiatsu"?▾

"Shiatsu" has 2 syllables: shiats · u.

What is the IPA transcription of "shiatsu"?▾

The IPA transcription of "shiatsu" is /ʃiːˈæt.suː/.

What does "shiatsu" mean?▾

Shiatsu: A form of massage, using the thumbs and palms, employed as therapy.

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