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

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 notes

In plain EnglishSomeone you work alongside, especially in the same office or company.

Easily confused with

colleague →

Common pairings

friendly coworker former coworker coworkers and friends

Word forms

coworkers plural

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Etymology

Formed from co- ("together") + worker.

Rhymes for coworker

worker yorker caseworker

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Frequently asked questions

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.