How to pronounce workroom
Say it like WUR-kroom. Workroom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR).
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- WUR
- kroom
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Workroom pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- WURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- kroomKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
American vs British pronunciation of workroom
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: WUR-kroom.
What does workroom mean?
- A room, such as a workshop or studio, where work is done.
Where does workroom come from?
From work + room.
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Questions about saying workroom
How do you pronounce workroom?
Say WUR-kroom. The American pronunciation is /ˈwɝkrum/. In British English it is /ˈwɜːkruːm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in workroom?
Workroom has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (WUR). Broken into parts: WUR · kroom.
Is workroom 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 /ˈwɜːkruːm/ (WUR-kroom).