How to pronounce quicker
Say it like KWIK-er. Quicker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIK).
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- KWIK
- er
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quicker 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.
- erKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of quicker
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KWIK-uh.
What does quicker mean?
- more quickly
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Words that rhyme with quicker
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Questions about saying quicker
How do you pronounce quicker?
Say KWIK-er. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɪkɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkwɪkə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quicker?
Quicker has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIK). Broken into parts: KWIK · er.
Is quicker 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 /ˈkwɪkə/ (KWIK-uh).