How to Pronounce "be quiet"
expression
ˈbi/, /bi/ /ˈkwaɪət
bee KWY-uht
bˈiː/ /kwˈaɪət
bee KWY-uht
Definition
Used to tell someone to stop making noise or to not speak. It can also mean to remain silent or calm.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbi/, /bi/ /ˈkwaɪət
British English
bˈiː/ /kwˈaɪət
Simplified Pronunciation
US
bee KWY-uht
UK
bee KWY-uht
Listen in Context
Please be quiet. The baby is sleeping.
The teacher told the class to be quiet.
Can you be quiet for a minute?
Hey, could you guys be quiet? I'm on the phone.