How to pronounce quinta
Say it like KWIN-tuh. Quinta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIN).
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- KWIN
- tuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quinta pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWINSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of quinta
American and British speakers say quinta in essentially the same way: /ˈkwɪntə/ in the US and /ˈkwɪntə/ in the UK.
British respelling: KWIN-tuh.
What does quinta mean?
- A country house in Madeira.
Where does quinta come from?
Borrowed from Portuguese quinta.
Questions about saying quinta
How do you pronounce quinta?
Say KWIN-tuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɪntə/. In British English it is /ˈkwɪntə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quinta?
Quinta has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIN). Broken into parts: KWIN · tuh.
Do Americans and Brits say quinta the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkwɪntə/ and the British form is /ˈkwɪntə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.