How to Pronounce Spadework

To pronounce "spadework", say SPAD-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

SPAD-ew-ork

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💡 Tip for remembering “spadework”

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

What does spadework mean?

noun

  1. Work done by digging with a spade.
  2. Work done in preparation for something else.

    “There's a lot of spadework to be done before the scheme can be implemented.”

Synonyms

digginggroundworkhomeworkpreppreparatory

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Words that rhyme with spadework

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

smirkjerkworkframeworklurkdirkmurkberserkburkecirqueshirkgroundwork

Related words

spadingspudgraftspuddergrubworkspaderspaidshovel

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "spadework"?▾

"Spadework" has 3 syllables: spad · ew · ork.

What does "spadework" mean?▾

Spadework: Work done by digging with a spade.

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