How to Pronounce Quits

To pronounce "quits", say QUITS — one syllable, IPA /kwɪts/. 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

/kwɪts/

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💡 Tip for remembering “quits”

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

What does quits mean?

verb

  1. To pay (a debt, fine etc.).
  2. To repay (someone) for (something).

adjective

  1. On equal monetary terms; neither owing or being owed.

    “Here's the last of the money you lent me. We're quits now, right?”

Synonyms

all eveneveneven-steven

Words that rhyme with quits

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

blitzspitsgritsglitzritzhitscommitsfitsspitzbitsmittsadmits

Related words

equalresignationleaveresignresigneddeparturestopforfeits

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "quits"?▾

"Quits" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "quits"?▾

The IPA transcription of "quits" is /kwɪts/.

What does "quits" mean?▾

Quits: To pay (a debt, fine etc.).

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