How to Pronounce Quilt

To pronounce "quilt", say QUILT — one syllable, IPA /kwɪlt/. 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

/kwɪlt/

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💡 Tip for remembering “quilt”

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

What does quilt mean?

noun

  1. A bed covering consisting of two layers of fabric stitched together, with insulation between, often having a decorative design.

    “My grandmother is going to sew a quilt.”

  2. A roll of material with sound-absorbing properties, used in soundproofing.

verb

  1. To construct a quilt.
  2. To construct something, such as clothing, using the same technique.

Words that rhyme with quilt

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lilttiltsiltgiltguiltstiltwiltbuiltjiltmiltspiltrebuilt

Related words

puffcomforterblanketcoverspatchworkrugcoverthrow

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quilt"?▾

"Quilt" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "quilt"?▾

The IPA transcription of "quilt" is /kwɪlt/.

What does "quilt" mean?▾

Quilt: A bed covering consisting of two layers of fabric stitched together, with insulation between, often having a decorative design.

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