How to Pronounce Quadrille

To pronounce "quadrille", say QUADR-ill-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

QUADR-ill-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “quadrille”

"quadrille" has 3 syllables: quadr-ill-e. It rhymes with quadrel and daughdrill, if that helps it stick.

What does quadrille mean?

noun

  1. A dance originating in the mid-1700s with four couples forming a square, rather much like the modern square dance.
  2. The music for this dance.

verb

  1. To dance the quadrille.

Words that rhyme with quadrille

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

quadreldaughdrilldodrill

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quadrille"?▾

"Quadrille" has 3 syllables: quadr · ill · e.

What does "quadrille" mean?▾

Quadrille: A dance originating in the mid-1700s with four couples forming a square, rather much like the modern square dance.

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