To pronounce "make-work", say MAK-ew-ork — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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MAK-ew-ork
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"make-work" has 3 syllables: mak-ew-ork.
"Make-work" has 3 syllables: mak · ew · ork.
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