How to Pronounce "have a quiet word"
expression
HAV uh KWY-uht WURD
hav uh KWY-uht WUHD
Definition
To speak privately with someone, usually to discuss something important, delicate, or personal.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhæv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈkwaɪət/ /ˈwɝd
British English
hæv/ /æɪ/ /kwˈaɪət/ /wˈɜːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HAV uh KWY-uht WURD
UK
hav uh KWY-uht WUHD
Listen in Context
Can I have a quiet word with you after the meeting?
She asked to have a quiet word with her teacher about her grades.
Before you leave, could we have a quiet word in my office?
Hey, do you have a minute for me to have a quiet word?