Compound words
Compound words with WORK
WORK has appeared in one KindClue puzzle so far. These are the compound words and fixed expressions it made, with a short meaning for each.
Updated · 4 expressions from 1 puzzle; more are added when work returns in a new puzzle
Quick list: workbench, workforce, workload, workshop
Words that start with work
- workbencha sturdy table for practical work · work + bench工作台No. 009
- workforcethe people employed in an organization or economy · work + force劳动力、全体员工No. 009
- workloadthe amount of work to do · work + load工作量No. 009
- workshopa room for practical work; also a learning session · work + shop车间、工作坊No. 009
How work makes new words
A compound word joins two words into one meaning. It can be written as one word, with a hyphen, or as two words; work shows one word (workbench). Placed in front, work usually describes the second word: work + bench gives workbench.
WORK in KindClue No. 009
On Oct 25, 2026, WORK was hidden alongside PLAY and REST. The three words made this wish:
May you find time for work, play, and the rest you need.A gentle wish for a full, balanced day.