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How to pronounce quiet
Say it like this: /ˈkwaɪət/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does quiet mean?
adjWith little or no sound; free of disturbing noise.
“I can't hear the music; it is too quiet.”
Having little motion or activity; calm.
“the sea was quiet”
Not busy, of low quantity.
“Business was quiet for the season.”
verbTo cause (someone or something) to become quiet.
“Can you quiet your child? He’s making lots of noise.”
To become quiet or calm.
“When you quiet, we can start talking.”
nounThe absence of sound; quietness.
“We need a bit of quiet before we can start the show.”
The absence of movement; stillness, tranquility.
The absence of disturbance or trouble; peace, security.
intjBe quiet.
“Quiet! The children are sleeping.”
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