How to pronounce quitting
Say it like KWIT-ing. Quitting has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIT).
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- KWIT
- ing
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quitting 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.
- ingKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of quitting
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KWIT-ing.
What does quitting mean?
- present participle and gerund of quit How to pronounce quit
- The deliberate ending of something.
- The ceasing of a habit, especially smoking cigarettes or other addictive behaviors.
- The termination of employment, initiated by the employee.
Words that rhyme with quitting
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of quitting.
Questions about saying quitting
How do you pronounce quitting?
Say KWIT-ing. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɪtɪŋ/. In British English it is /ˈkwɪtɪŋ/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quitting?
Quitting has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIT). Broken into parts: KWIT · ing.
Is quitting 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 /ˈkwɪtɪŋ/ (KWIT-ing).