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quarters

Pronunciation: [ˈkwɔrtərz]

Word

Learn how to use quarters in a sentence: 12 audio examples across 4 meanings.

Context: “time”

(noun) a quarter is a period of three months. It divides the year into four parts. Each part is the same length.

Example

The company reported strong earnings in the second quarter of the year.

Example

In the past quarter, they did not meet their sales goals.

Example

When does the next quarter start for the business?

Context: “money”

(noun) a quarter is a coin worth 25 cents in U.S. currency. It's the same as one fourth of a dollar.

Example

I found a quarter in my pocket while washing my clothes.

Example

I can't buy a candy bar because I don't have a quarter.

Example

Do you have a quarter to help me pay for the bus?

Context: “housing”

(noun) quarters refer to living spaces or accommodations, especially for soldiers or workers. These are places where people stay.

Example

The soldiers were assigned to their quarters for the duration of the training.

Example

Many employees dislike the old quarters provided by the company.

Example

Where are your quarters located on the base?

Context: “division”

(noun) quarters can also mean one-fourth of something. This is used in different contexts, like dividing objects or people into parts.

Example

He shared his pizza into quarters so everyone could have a piece.

Example

The quarter of the group that did not participate felt left out.

Example

Can we divide the cake into quarters for the party?

How to pronounce quarters

Pronunciation: [ˈkwɔrtərz]

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