How to pronounce wreathwork
Say it like REE-thwurk. Wreathwork has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE).
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- REE
- thwurk
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Wreathwork pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- thwurkKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
American vs British pronunciation of wreathwork
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: REE-thwurk.
What does wreathwork mean?
- Ornamentation resembling a wreath.
Where does wreathwork come from?
From wreath + -work.
Questions about saying wreathwork
How do you pronounce wreathwork?
Say REE-thwurk. The American pronunciation is /ˈriθwɝk/. In British English it is /ˈriːθwɜːk/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in wreathwork?
Wreathwork has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REE). Broken into parts: REE · thwurk.
Is wreathwork 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 /ˈriːθwɜːk/ (REE-thwurk).