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.