How Do You Spell ABSHIRE?
Pronunciation: [ɐbʃˈa͡ɪ͡ə] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "abshire" is based on the English language's traditional orthographic rules. The IPA phonetic transcription of the word suggests that it is pronounced /æbˈʃaɪ(ə)r/. The schwa sound at the end of the word is often silent in English pronunciation. The "ab-" prefix suggests a connection with a family name, but there is no formal definition of the term "abshire" itself. The spelling indicates an Anglo-Saxon or Anglo-Norman origin, and it is a relatively commonly used surname in some parts of the world.
