How to pronounce quadra
Say it like KWAD-ruh. Quadra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWAD).
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- KWAD
- ruh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quadra pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWADSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- ruhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of quadra
American and British speakers say quadra in essentially the same way: /ˈkwædrə/ in the US and /ˈkwædrə/ in the UK.
British respelling: KWAD-ruh.
What does quadra mean?
- The plinth, or lowest member, of any pedestal, podium, water table, or the like.
- A fillet, or listel.
- A frame enclosing a bas relief.
Where does quadra come from?
Borrowed from Latin quadra.
Questions about saying quadra
How do you pronounce quadra?
Say KWAD-ruh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwædrə/. In British English it is /ˈkwædrə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quadra?
Quadra has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWAD). Broken into parts: KWAD · ruh.
Do Americans and Brits say quadra the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkwædrə/ and the British form is /ˈkwædrə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.