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shop

Definition:

(nou) a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services (nou) small workplace where handcrafts or manufacturing are done (nou) a course of instruction in a trade (as carpentry or electricity)

Phonetic Transcription:

ʃɒp

Examples:

Homemade food is offered in the coffee shop.

The couple slept in roll away beds in the repair shop at the rear of the store.

In 1989, he was arrested for shoplifting a bag of dog food from a pet shop.

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food

business

store

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Common mistakes of shop pronunciation

Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "shop" with a long vowel sound, like "shoap". This is incorrect; the correct pronunciation is with a short "o" sound, /ʃɒp/ in UK and /ʃɑp/ in US. Tip: Focus on keeping the vowel short and crisp.
Misplaced stress: A common mistake is stressing the second syllable, saying "shoP" instead of "SHOP". "Shop" is a one-syllable word, so the stress is on the first and only syllable. Tip: Remember that "shop" has no additional syllables to stress.
Overemphasizing the "s": Some speakers may pronounce "shop" with an exaggerated "s" sound, saying "sshop". The correct pronunciation is with a soft "sh" sound, /ʃ/. Tip: Practice the "sh" sound by placing your tongue close to the roof of your mouth without touching it.
Confusion with similar words: Learners often confuse "shop" with "ship", pronouncing it as "ship" (/ʃɪp/). This can lead to misunderstandings. Tip: Distinguish the sounds by practicing the vowel differences; "o" in "shop" is rounder than "i" in "ship".
Dropping the final sound: Some may say "sho" instead of "shop", omitting the final "p" sound. This changes the word entirely. Tip: Ensure you pronounce the "p" clearly by closing your lips firmly to release the sound.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "shop" in American English?

In American English, "shop" is pronounced as /ʃɑp/ with the stress on the single syllable. The "sh" sounds like "sh" in "she," and the "o" is pronounced as the open "ah" sound.

What is the British pronunciation of "shop"?

In British English, "shop" is pronounced as /ʃɒp/, where the "o" has a more rounded sound, similar to "cot." The stress remains on the first syllable, just like in American English.

Does "shop" have a schwa sound in any dialects?

No, "shop" does not contain a schwa sound in any major dialects. The vowel sound is consistently pronounced as either /ɑ/ in American English or /ɒ/ in British English.

What are some common mistakes when pronouncing "shop"?

A common mistake is pronouncing "shop" with a long "o" sound, like "shope." It's important to keep the vowel short and crisp, as in /ʃɑp/ or /ʃɒp/, depending on the dialect.