How to Pronounce Quicken

To pronounce "quicken", say QUICK-en — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkwɪkən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkwɪkən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “quicken”

"quicken" has 2 syllables: quick-en. It rhymes with stricken and chicken, if that helps it stick.

What does quicken mean?

verb

  1. To give life to; to animate, make alive, revive.
  2. To come back to life, receive life.

Words that rhyme with quicken

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

strickenchickenthickensickendickenbikinricken

Related words

speedaccelerateinvigoratevivifyanimaterecreaterevivifyrevive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quicken"?▾

"Quicken" has 2 syllables: quick · en.

What is the IPA transcription of "quicken"?▾

The IPA transcription of "quicken" is /ˈkwɪkən/.

What does "quicken" mean?▾

Quicken: To give life to; to animate, make alive, revive.

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