How to Pronounce "quick on the draw"
expression
ˈkwɪk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈdɹɔ
KWIK on thuh DRAW
kwˈɪk/ /ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /dɹˈɔː
KWIK on thuh DRAW
Definition
Describes someone who reacts or responds very quickly, often in conversations or situations requiring fast thinking.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkwɪk/ /ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈðə/, /ðə/, /ði/ /ˈdɹɔ
British English
kwˈɪk/ /ˈɒn/ /ðə, ði/ /dɹˈɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KWIK on thuh DRAW
UK
KWIK on thuh DRAW
Listen in Context
She is quick on the draw in every meeting.
If you are quick on the draw, you can answer quiz questions easily.
Tom is always quick on the draw when someone needs help.
Wow, you're quick on the draw with those jokes today!