How to pronounce quicken
Say it like KWIK-un. Quicken has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIK).
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- KWIK
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quicken pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWIKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of quicken
American and British speakers say quicken in essentially the same way: /ˈkwɪkən/ in the US and /ˈkwɪkən/ in the UK.
British respelling: KWIK-un.
What does quicken mean?
- To put (someone or something) in a state of activity or vigor comparable to life; to excite, to rouse.
- To inspire or stimulate (an action, a feeling, etc.).
- To stimulate or assist the fermentation of (an alcoholic beverage, dough, etc.).
- To apply quicksilver (mercury) to (something); to combine (something) with quicksilver; to quicksilver.
- In full quicken tree: the European rowan, rowan, or mountain ash (Sorbus aucuparia).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with quicken
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of quicken.
Questions about saying quicken
How do you pronounce quicken?
Say KWIK-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɪkən/. In British English it is /ˈkwɪkən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quicken?
Quicken has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIK). Broken into parts: KWIK · un.
Do Americans and Brits say quicken the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkwɪkən/ and the British form is /ˈkwɪkən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.