How to Pronounce "quaalude"
word
ˈkweɪˌluːd
KWAY-lood
ˈkweɪˌluːd
KWAY-lood
Definition
A quaalude is a brand name for a sedative drug called methaqualone, which was popular in the 1960s and 1970s for its calming and sleep-inducing effects. It is now illegal in most countries due to its high potential for abuse and addiction.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkweɪˌluːd
British English
ˈkweɪˌluːd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KWAY-lood
UK
KWAY-lood
Listen in Context
He took a quaalude to help him sleep.
Quaaludes are no longer legal in most countries.
Doctors used to prescribe quaaludes for anxiety.
In the '70s, a lot of party scenes included quaaludes.