What is another word for sherd?
Pronunciation: [ʃˈɜːd] (IPA) 
Sherd, the term used for a fragment of a broken pottery item or tile, is much more versatile than you might think. There are many synonyms for sherd to describe various types of pieces. The word "fragment" is the most common alternative, but others include splinter, shard, piece, flake, and scrap. You might also use "potsherd" to specifically describe pieces of broken pottery, while "tessera" refers to a small, square or rectangular tile. "Chard" is a less well-known option, which refers to a small piece of a ceramic cooking vessel. Regardless of the word you choose, each synonym provides a specific way to refer to a piece of something that was once whole.
