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Pronunciation: [/wɝks/]

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works: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use works in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “employment”

(noun) refers to a person's place of employment or the things they do for a living. It can also mean the total sum of someone's production or creations.

Example

She goes to her works every morning at 9 AM.

Example

He lost his job and now has no works to go to.

Example

What kind of works do you do for a living?

Context: “mechanism”

(noun) refers to a machine or device that is used for a specific purpose. It can also mean a group of literary, artistic, or musical compositions.

Example

The engine works perfectly after the repairs.

Example

The works of art in the museum were damaged in the fire.

Example

How does this works operate?

Context: “functioning”

(verb) means to operate correctly, to be effective, or to carry out a task. It can also refer to exerting effort towards a goal.

Example

The new computer program works faster than the old one.

Example

The plan didn't work as expected and caused more problems.

Example

Do you think this method will work for the project?

How to pronounce works

Pronunciation: [/wɝks/]

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