how to pronounce legwork

/ˈlɛɡˌwɝk/

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legwork is pronounced in two syllables

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An example use of legwork in a speech by a native speaker of american english:

“… we did the legwork and here are popular …”

meanings of legwork

noun:

Skillful or vigorous use of the legs, as in dance or sports.
Work, especially research or preparation, that involves significant walking, travel, or similar effort.

legwork frequency in english - C2+ level of CEFR

the word legwork occurs in english on average 0.4 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.