How to Pronounce "call it quits"
expression
ˈkɔɫ/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈkwɪts
KAWL-it-KWITS
kˈɔːl/ /ˈɪt/ /kwˈɪts
KAWL-it-KWITS
Definition
To decide to stop doing something, especially because you think it's time to finish or you've had enough. Often used for stopping work, a relationship, or an activity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɔɫ/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt/ /ˈkwɪts
British English
kˈɔːl/ /ˈɪt/ /kwˈɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAWL-it-KWITS
UK
KAWL-it-KWITS
Listen in Context
Let's call it quits and go home.
After three games, they decided to call it quits.
If you're tired, we can call it quits for today.
"We tried our best, but maybe it's time to call it quits," she said.