How to Pronounce Quicker

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkwɪkə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “quicker”

"quicker" has 2 syllables: quick-er. It rhymes with snicker and vicar, if that helps it stick.

What does quicker mean?

adjective

  1. Moving with speed, rapidity or swiftness, or capable of doing so; rapid; fast.

    “He's a quick runner.”

  2. Occurring in a short time; happening or done rapidly.

    “That was a quick meal.”

Synonyms

extantlivevitalhotheadedrattishshort-temperedsnippishsnippy

Antonyms

slow

Words that rhyme with quicker

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

snickervicarnickerflickerliquortickerslickerbickerkickerstickerpickerdicker

Related words

fasterearlierhurryleaneroutrunshortersoonerspeedier

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quicker"?▾

"Quicker" has 2 syllables: quick · er.

What is the IPA transcription of "quicker"?▾

The IPA transcription of "quicker" is /ˈkwɪkə/.

What does "quicker" mean?▾

Quicker: Moving with speed, rapidity or swiftness, or capable of doing so; rapid; fast.

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