How to pronounce quota
Say it like KWOH-tuh. Quota has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWOH).
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- KWOH
- tuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Quota pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KWOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- tuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of quota
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
- Americans usually soften the t in the middle into a quick d-like tap; British speakers keep a crisp t.
British respelling: KWOH-tuh.
What does quota mean?
- a prescribed number“all the salesmen met their quota for the month”
- a proportional share assigned to each participant
- a limitation on imports“the quota for Japanese imports was negotiated”
Where does quota come from?
From Latin quota pars; see Latin quota.
Words that rhyme with quota
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of quota.
Questions about saying quota
How do you pronounce quota?
Say KWOH-tuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈkwoʊtə/. In British English it is /ˈkwəʊtə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in quota?
Quota has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KWOH). Broken into parts: KWOH · tuh.
Is quota pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈkwəʊtə/ (KWOH-tuh).