To pronounce "workaholics", say WORK-ah-ol-ics — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"workaholics" has 4 syllables: work-ah-ol-ics. It rhymes with bollix and bollocks, if that helps it stick.
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“All workaholics should move to Hong Kong, where working hours average over 50 per week.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Workaholics" has 4 syllables: work · ah · ol · ics.
Workaholics: A person who feels compelled to work excessively.
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