How to Pronounce "quicken"
word
ˈkwɪkən
KWIK-uhn
kwˈɪkən
KWIK-uhn
Definition
To make something happen faster or to become faster; can also mean to give life or energy to something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkwɪkən
British English
kwˈɪkən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KWIK-uhn
UK
KWIK-uhn
Listen in Context
She tried to quicken her steps to catch the bus.
The medicine will quicken the healing process.
The excitement seemed to quicken her heartbeat.
Seeing the finish line made him quicken his pace.