How to pronounce quiddity
Say it like KWID-ih-tee. Quiddity has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWID).
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- KWID
- ih
- tee
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quiddity pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWIDSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- teeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of quiddity
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KWID-ih-tee.
What does quiddity mean?
- The essence or inherent nature of a person or thing.
- A trifle; a nicety or quibble.
- An eccentricity; an odd feature.
Where does quiddity come from?
From Middle English quidite, from Old French quidité, and its source, Late Latin quidditās, from Latin quid (“what”) + -itas (“-ness”) (whence -ity).
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Words that rhyme with quiddity
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Questions about saying quiddity
How do you pronounce quiddity?
Say KWID-ih-tee. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɪdɪti/. In British English it is /ˈkwɪdɪti/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quiddity?
Quiddity has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWID). Broken into parts: KWID · ih · tee.
Is quiddity pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t. The British form is /ˈkwɪdɪti/ (KWID-ih-tee).