How to Pronounce "quadrant"
word
/ˈkwɑdɹənt/
KWAH-druhnt
/kwˈɒdɹənt/
KWOD-ruhnt
Definition
A quadrant is one of four equal parts into which a circle or a plane is divided, often labeled in graphs or geometry. It can also refer to any quarter section of a larger area.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkwɑdɹənt/
British English
/kwˈɒdɹənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KWAH-druhnt
UK
KWOD-ruhnt
Listen in Context
Each quadrant of the circle is 90 degrees.
The graph is divided into four quadrants.
We studied the first quadrant in math class.
My house is located in the northeast quadrant of the city.