How to Pronounce "quickens"
word
ˈkwɪkənz
KWIK-enz
kwˈɪkənz
kwik-ENZ
Definition
To make something happen faster or to become faster. In older or literary English, it can also mean to come to life or start moving.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkwɪkənz
British English
kwˈɪkənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KWIK-enz
UK
kwik-ENZ
Listen in Context
Her heart quickens when she hears good news.
The pace quickens as the game goes on.
The wind quickens and the leaves start to fly.
My pulse quickens whenever I see her smile.