How to pronounce quixotry
Say it like KWIK-suh-tree. Quixotry has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIK).
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- KWIK
- suh
- tree
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quixotry 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.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- treeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of quixotry
American and British speakers say quixotry in essentially the same way: /ˈkwɪksətri/ in the US and /ˈkwɪksətri/ in the UK.
British respelling: KWIK-suh-tree.
What does quixotry mean?
- A wild, visionary idea, an eccentric notion or act; a quixotism.
Where does quixotry come from?
From Quixote + -ry.
Questions about saying quixotry
How do you pronounce quixotry?
Say KWIK-suh-tree. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwɪksətri/. In British English it is /ˈkwɪksətri/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quixotry?
Quixotry has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWIK). Broken into parts: KWIK · suh · tree.
Do Americans and Brits say quixotry the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkwɪksətri/ and the British form is /ˈkwɪksətri/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.