How to pronounce quat
Say it like KWAHT. Quat is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KWAHT
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quat pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWAHTSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
American vs British pronunciation of quat
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KWOT.
What does quat mean?
- A quaternary ammonium cation or compound.
- Quaternary.
- Alternative spelling of khat.
Where does quat come from?
Clipping of quaternary.
Words that rhyme with quat
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of quat.
Questions about saying quat
How do you pronounce quat?
Say KWAHT. The American pronunciation is /kwɑt/. In British English it is /kwɒt/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quat?
Quat is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KWAHT.
Is quat pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /kwɒt/ (KWOT).