shame pole

Questions

What does shame pole mean?

A totem pole set up to shame someone for a misdeed or an unpaid debt.

How to pronounce shame pole

1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “shame pole”.
2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
3. Play the audio — Click Play to hear reference audio for “shame pole”.
4. Repeat and practice — Say “shame pole” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.