How to Pronounce Underwork

To pronounce "underwork", say UND-erw-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

UND-erw-ork

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💡 Tip for remembering “underwork”

"underwork" has 3 syllables: und-erw-ork. It rhymes with wonderwork, if that helps it stick.

What does underwork mean?

noun

  1. Subordinate work; petty business.

    “the underwork of the nation”

verb

  1. To require too little work from; to work insufficiently.
  2. To work or operate in secret or clandestinely.

Words that rhyme with underwork

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

wonderwork

Related words

underloadunderburdenunderexerciseunderresourceunderstaffunderapplyunderservework

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "underwork"?▾

"Underwork" has 3 syllables: und · erw · ork.

What does "underwork" mean?▾

Underwork: Subordinate work; petty business.

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