How to Pronounce Earthwork

To pronounce "earthwork", say EARTHW-ork — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɜːθwɜːk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

/ˈɜːθwɜːk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “earthwork”

"earthwork" has 2 syllables: earthw-ork. It rhymes with smirk and jerk, if that helps it stick.

What does earthwork mean?

noun

  1. Any structure made from earth; especially an embankment or rampart used as a fortification.

Words that rhyme with earthwork

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

smirkjerkworkframeworklurkdirkmurkberserkburkecirqueshirkgroundwork

Related words

earthmovingbankearthbankrockfillpileworkrevetmentenrockmentearth-moving

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "earthwork"?▾

"Earthwork" has 2 syllables: earthw · ork.

What is the IPA transcription of "earthwork"?▾

The IPA transcription of "earthwork" is /ˈɜːθwɜːk/.

What does "earthwork" mean?▾

Earthwork: Any structure made from earth; especially an embankment or rampart used as a fortification.

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