How to pronounce workgroup
Say it like WURK-groop. Workgroup has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WURK).
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- WURK
- groop
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Workgroup pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WURKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- groopGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of workgroup
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WUHK-groop.
What does workgroup mean?
- A group of workers engaged in a series of collaborative tasks who usually work together.
- A computer network created for use by such groups.
Where does workgroup come from?
From work + group.
Questions about saying workgroup
How do you pronounce workgroup?
Say WURK-groop. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɝkˌɡrup/. In British English it is /ˈwəkɡruːp/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in workgroup?
Workgroup has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WURK). Broken into parts: WURK · groop.
Is workgroup 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 /ˈwəkɡruːp/ (WUHK-groop).