How to pronounce quilter
Say it like KWIT-ler. Quilter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIT).
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US American/ˈkwɪtlɚ/KWIT-ler
UK British/ˈkwɪltə/KWIL-tuh
- KWIT
- ler
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quilter pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWITSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- lerKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
American vs British pronunciation of quilter
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: KWIL-tuh.
What does quilter mean?
noun
- A person whose hobby or profession is making quilts.
- Mary's house showcases fabrics galore because she is a quilter.
- A person who uses a hand or machine stitch to decorate a quilt, or to sew together the layers of a quilt.
Where does quilter come from?
From quilt + -er.
Questions about saying quilter
How do you pronounce quilter?
Say KWIT-ler. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɪtlɚ/. In British English it is /ˈkwɪltə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quilter?
Quilter has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIT). Broken into parts: KWIT · ler.
Is quilter 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 /ˈkwɪltə/ (KWIL-tuh).