How to Pronounce Brightwork

To pronounce "brightwork", say BRIGHTW-ork — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈbɹaɪt.wɝk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

/ˈbɹaɪt.wɝk/

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💡 Tip for remembering “brightwork”

"brightwork" has 2 syllables: brightw-ork. It rhymes with nightwork, if that helps it stick.

What does brightwork mean?

noun

  1. Polished metal fixtures, especially aboard a boat.
  2. The varnished or oiled wood trim aboard a boat.

Words that rhyme with brightwork

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

nightwork

Related words

chromeworkmillworkfairwaterflameworkbrassworkwoodshipgridironboatmaking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "brightwork"?▾

"Brightwork" has 2 syllables: brightw · ork.

What is the IPA transcription of "brightwork"?▾

The IPA transcription of "brightwork" is /ˈbɹaɪt.wɝk/.

What does "brightwork" mean?▾

Brightwork: Polished metal fixtures, especially aboard a boat.

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