How to pronounce brushwork
Say it like BRUHSH-wurk. Brushwork has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRUHSH).
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- BRUHSH
- wurk
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Brushwork pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- BRUHSHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- wurkGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of brushwork
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: BRUHSH-wurk.
What does brushwork mean?
- The technique or practice of applying and manipulating paint (usually oil or gouache) in a painting.“The fake was easy to spot because of its inferior brushwork.”
Where does brushwork come from?
From brush + work.
Questions about saying brushwork
How do you pronounce brushwork?
Say BRUHSH-wurk. The American pronunciation is /ˈbrʌʃˌwɝk/. In British English it is /ˈbrʌʃˌwɜːk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in brushwork?
Brushwork has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (BRUHSH). Broken into parts: BRUHSH · wurk.
Is brushwork pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈbrʌʃˌwɜːk/ (BRUHSH-wurk).