American English

How to pronounce laborer

nounB2
LEYberer

/ˈleɪ.bɚ.ɚ/

3 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

a person whose job mainly involves physical work, often in construction, farming, or similar jobs

What to listen for

“Laborer” is commonly pronounced /ˈleɪ.bɚ.ɚ/, and you may also hear /ˈleɪ.bə.ɹɚ/ in the same meaning. Both are common American pronunciations.

Usual pronunciation/ˈleɪ.bɚ.ɚ/
Common alternate/ˈleɪ.bə.ɹɚ/
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Meanings & examples

nounless common

a person whose job mainly involves physical work, often in construction, farming, or similar jobs

The laborers carried the materials into the building.

Several laborers work on the farm during the summer.

Common phrases & grammar

construction laborer · farm laborer · seasonal laborer · general laborer

a/the + laborer + works + at + a/the + construction site

a/the + laborer + does + physical work + for + a/the + company

Useful expressions

day laborer

a worker hired for one day at a time, often for temporary physical work

The day laborer found work at a nearby construction site.

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