How to pronounce aquiver
Say it like uh-KWIV-er. Aquiver has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KWIV).
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- uh
- KWIV
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Aquiver pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KWIVSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of aquiver
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: uh-KWIV-uh.
What does aquiver mean?
- In a state of excitement, trepidation or agitation; quivering.
Where does aquiver come from?
From a- + quiver.
Words that rhyme with aquiver
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of aquiver.
Questions about saying aquiver
How do you pronounce aquiver?
Say uh-KWIV-er. The American pronunciation is /əˈkwɪvɚ/. In British English it is /əˈkwɪvə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in aquiver?
Aquiver has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KWIV). Broken into parts: uh · KWIV · er.
Is aquiver pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /əˈkwɪvə/ (uh-KWIV-uh).