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wage-workers vs wage workers

Both "wage-workers" and "wage workers" are correct, but they are used in different contexts. "Wage-workers" is used when the term is being used as a compound noun, while "wage workers" is used when the term is being used as a noun with an adjective. The hyphenated form is less common in modern usage.

Last updated: March 29, 2024 • 887 views

wage-workers

This is correct when used as a compound noun.

Use "wage-workers" when referring to workers who are paid a wage. It is a compound noun formed by combining "wage" and "workers" with a hyphen.

Alternatives:

  • salary workers
  • hourly workers
  • part-time workers
  • full-time workers
  • blue-collar workers

wage workers

This is correct when used as a noun with an adjective.

Use "wage workers" when referring to workers who are paid a wage. In this form, "wage" acts as an adjective describing the type of workers.

Alternatives:

  • salaried workers
  • hourly workers
  • part-time workers
  • full-time workers
  • blue-collar workers

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