noun
Uncommon
coworker
koh-WUR-kuhr
Coworker (noun) means a person one works with, especially in the same organization. Example: “My coworkers threw me a surprise party for my birthday.”
noun
1
A person one works with, especially in the same organization.
"My coworkers threw me a surprise party for my birthday."
"She grabbed lunch with a coworker after the meeting."
How to use coworker
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone you work alongside, especially in the same office or company.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
friendly coworker
former coworker
coworkers and friends
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Word forms
- Plural
- coworkers
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Etymology
Formed from co- ("together") + worker.
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Rhymes for coworker
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What does “coworker” mean?
The word “coworker” means a person one works with, especially in the same organization. In plain terms, someone you work alongside, especially in the same office or company.
How do you pronounce “coworker”?
“Coworker” is pronounced koh-WUR-kuhr (/ˌkoʊˈwɝː.kɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “coworker” in a sentence?
Here is “coworker” used in a sentence: “My coworkers threw me a surprise party for my birthday.”
What part of speech is “coworker”?
“Coworker” is a noun.
Is “coworker” a common word?
“Coworker” is an uncommon word in modern English.
