How to Pronounce Handiwork

To pronounce "handiwork", say HAND-iw-ork — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈhændiˌwɜːk/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈhændiˌwɜːk/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “handiwork”

"handiwork" has 3 syllables: hand-iw-ork. It rhymes with smirk and jerk, if that helps it stick.

What does handiwork mean?

noun

  1. Work done by the hands.

    “The Museum of Popular Arts showcases Portugal's finest handiworks.”

  2. A handmade object; handicraft

Synonyms

handwork

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Words that rhyme with handiwork

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smirkjerkworkframeworklurkdirkmurkberserkburkecirqueshirkgroundwork

Related words

handcrafthandworkhandicraftartworkplacemanufactureworksneaking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "handiwork"?▾

"Handiwork" has 3 syllables: hand · iw · ork.

What is the IPA transcription of "handiwork"?▾

The IPA transcription of "handiwork" is /ˈhændiˌwɜːk/.

What does "handiwork" mean?▾

Handiwork: Work done by the hands.

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