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toilers

Dialect
Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

Toilers refers to those who work hard, often in a laborious or diligent manner.

Detailed Definition
The term 'toilers' is derived from the verb 'to toil,' which means to work extremely hard or incessantly. In this poem, it highlights the diligent efforts of the 'little builders' who contribute to the creation of a better world, emphasizing the value of hard work in achieving freedom.
Example
Example in poetry:
'Little think these patient toilers, they are building man a home.' laborers; enhanced: "Patient toilers... erect future"; Markham social: "Toilers of the world"; contemporary: "Toilers in gig economy"; educational: "Toilers workers in protest poetry"; "Unseen toilers shape destiny."
Additional Notes
The term 'toilers' emphasizes the hard work of the builders, showcasing their dedication and the often unrecognized efforts in creating a home for humanity.; Found in the poem, The Little Builders by Frances E. W. Harper
Also Known As
laborers toiling masses weary workers industrious hands Labrers
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