How to Pronounce Piecework

To pronounce "piecework", say PIEC-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

Syllables

9

Letters

PIEC-ew-ork

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💡 Tip for remembering “piecework”

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

What does piecework mean?

noun

  1. Work that a worker is paid for according to the number of units produced, rather than the number of hours worked; work done and paid for by the piece or by the job.

Synonyms

task worktaskwork

Words that rhyme with piecework

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

smirkjerkworkframeworklurkdirkmurkberserkburkecirqueshirkgroundwork

Related words

sweatshopneedleworksubcontractingdayworkembroiderypatchworksewingwages

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "piecework"?▾

"Piecework" has 3 syllables: piec · ew · ork.

What does "piecework" mean?▾

Piecework: Work that a worker is paid for according to the number of units produced, rather than the number of hours worked; work done and paid for by the piece or by the job.

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