How to Pronounce Housework

To pronounce "housework", say HOUS-ew-ork — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

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Letters

HOUS-ew-ork

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💡 Tip for remembering “housework”

"housework" has 3 syllables: hous-ew-ork. It rhymes with smirk and jerk, if that helps it stick.

What does housework mean?

noun

  1. Domestic household chores such as cleaning and cooking.
  2. Homework.

Words that rhyme with housework

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

smirkjerkworkframeworklurkdirkmurkberserkburkecirqueshirkgroundwork

Related words

housekeepinghousecleaninghomemakinghousekeeperhomemakerhouseholdhousewifefamily

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "housework"?▾

"Housework" has 3 syllables: hous · ew · ork.

What does "housework" mean?▾

Housework: Domestic household chores such as cleaning and cooking.

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