How to pronounce Work in English

Work is pronounced WURK (IPA /wɜːrk/). Round lips for 'w', then say 'urk' with curled tongue for the 'r'.

IPA: /wɜːrk/

Syllables: WURK

Common ESL mistake: Learners confuse it with 'walk', or pronounce as 'vork'.

Tip: Round lips for 'w', then say 'urk' with curled tongue for the 'r'.

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