To pronounce "water-works", say WAT-erw-orks — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
water-works
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WAT-erw-orks
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"water-works" has 3 syllables: wat-erw-orks.
"Water-works" has 3 syllables: wat · erw · orks.
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