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How to pronounce shellfish

SHEHLfihsh

/ˈʃɛl.fɪʃ/

2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

sea animals that have shells, like crabs and shrimps, often used as food

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Meanings & examples

sea animals that have shells, like crabs and shrimps, often used as food

I am allergic to shellfish, so I can't eat it.

Shellfish is a popular choice at seafood restaurants.