How to Pronounce Quid

To pronounce "quid", say QUID — one syllable, IPA /kwɪd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/kwɪd/

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💡 Tip for remembering “quid”

"quid" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with good and bid, if that helps it stick.

What does quid mean?

noun

  1. The inherent nature of something.
  2. A section of the Democratic-Republican Party between 1805 and 1811 (from tertium quid).

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Words that rhyme with quid

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

goodbidskidamidforbidlidkidgridsquidmidhideyelid

Related words

wadplugpoundcudchewchawessencecrux

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quid"?▾

"Quid" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "quid"?▾

The IPA transcription of "quid" is /kwɪd/.

What does "quid" mean?▾

Quid: The inherent nature of something.

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