Learn to say popular string trimmer brand names correctly.
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How is Worx (American brand of affordable power tools, including string trimmers) correctly pronounced?
Worx is pronounced 'WURKS' — one syllable, the same as the word 'works' with the spelling changed. In a technical interview: "Worx's string trimmer used a rotating head that could pivot upright for edging along a driveway."
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How is Greenworks (American brand of battery-powered outdoor power tools, including string trimmers) correctly pronounced?
Greenworks is pronounced 'GREEN-wurks' — both parts said plainly, stress on the first syllable. In a technical interview: "Greenworks's string trimmer shared a single battery across its entire lineup of cordless yard tools."
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How is Ryobi (Japanese brand of affordable power tools, including string trimmers) correctly pronounced?
Ryobi is pronounced 'ry-OH-bee' — stress on the second syllable, a diphthong similar to the word 'rye'. In a technical interview: "Ryobi's string trimmer used the same battery platform as its drills and saws."
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How is Husqvarna (Swedish brand of string trimmers and other outdoor power equipment) correctly pronounced?
Husqvarna is pronounced 'hus-KVAR-nuh' — stress on the second syllable, with a Swedish 'kv' sound rather than an English 'kw'. In a technical interview: "Husqvarna's string trimmer used a straight shaft, which reached under bushes more easily than a curved one."
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How is Makita (Japanese brand of power tools, including cordless string trimmers) correctly pronounced?
Makita is pronounced 'muh-KEE-tuh' — stress on the second syllable, named after founder Mosaburo Makita. In a technical interview: "Makita's string trimmer used a brushless motor that ran more efficiently and lasted longer than a brushed one."