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How to Pronounce "housewife"

word

HOWS-wyf
HOWS-wyf

Definition

A woman whose main job is to manage the household, such as cooking, cleaning, and taking care of family members, instead of working outside the home.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ˈhaʊˌswaɪf/

British English

/ˈhaʊˌswaɪf/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

HOWS-wyf

UK

HOWS-wyf

Listen in Context

My mother is a housewife.

The housewife cooks meals every day.

A housewife often takes care of the children.

Being a housewife is a full-time job.