How Do You Spell QUICKSTEP?

Pronunciation: [kwˈɪkstɛp] (IPA)

The word "quickstep" is spelled with the IPA phonetic transcription /ˈkwɪkstɛp/. The first syllable "kw" represents the /kw/ sound, which is a combination of the /k/ and /w/ sounds. The "i" in "quick" is pronounced as a /ɪ/ sound, while the "c" is pronounced as a /k/ sound. The second syllable, "step," is pronounced with a /stɛp/ sound, with the "e" sounding like an /ɛ/, and ending with a /p/ sound. Together, the word "quickstep" is pronounced as "kwik-step."

QUICKSTEP Meaning and Definition

1. Quickstep is a noun that refers to a lively and brisk dance movement or a dance style characterized by quick, sharp movements. Originating in the late 18th century, the quickstep developed from the combination of two dances: the ragtime and the foxtrot. It gained popularity in the early 20th century as a ballroom dance and has since become a classic dance style in both social and competitive settings.

   As a ballroom dance, the quickstep is known for its lively and energetic movements, featuring long, flowing steps, syncopated rhythms, and quick changes of direction. Dancers typically perform it to fast-paced and upbeat music, often fitting the 4/4 time signature. The dancers move smoothly across the floor, executing intricate patterns and various turns with a sense of grace and lightness.

   Outside the ballroom context, quickstep can also refer to a military marching tune or an accompanying musical piece played in a brisk and lively manner. In this sense, it is often utilized to set a quick pace or create an energetic atmosphere.

   In summary, quickstep is a vibrant ballroom dance style characterized by fast-paced movements, rapid direction changes, and syncopated rhythms. It is often performed to lively music, showcasing the dancers' agility, elegance, and ability to maintain a smooth flow across the dance floor.

Common Misspellings for QUICKSTEP

• quicksey
• quickseet
• 1uickstep
• 2uickstep
• wuickstep
• auickstep
• qyickstep
• qhickstep
• qjickstep
• qiickstep
• q8ickstep
• q7ickstep
• quuckstep
• qujckstep
• qukckstep
• quockstep
• qu9ckstep
• qu8ckstep
• uickstep
• quickstap
• Quickbeem
• quikstap

Etymology of QUICKSTEP

The word "quickstep" originated in the late 16th century and is derived from two words: "quick" and "step".

The word "quick" comes from the Old English word "cwicu", meaning "alive" or "lively". Over time, it evolved to mean "fast" or "speedy".

The term "step" refers to the act of stepping or walking, and it can be traced back to the Old English word "stæpe".

Combining these two words, "quickstep" describes a lively or fast pace of stepping or walking. The term was later adopted in various contexts, including a military marching style and a dance style characterized by energetic movements.

Idioms with the word QUICKSTEP

• green apple quickstep The phrase "green apple quickstep" is a humorous way to refer to diarrhea or an urgent need to go to the bathroom.

Similar spelling word for QUICKSTEP

• KXTP.

Plural form of QUICKSTEP is QUICKSTEPS

Conjugate verb Quickstep

CONDITIONAL

I would quickstep

you would quickstep

he/she/it would quickstep

we would quickstep

they would quickstep

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be quickstepping

you would be quickstepping

he/she/it would be quickstepping

we would be quickstepping

they would be quickstepping

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have quickstep

you would have quickstep

he/she/it would have quickstep

we would have quickstep

they would have quickstep

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been quickstepping

you would have been quickstepping

he/she/it would have been quickstepping

we would have been quickstepping

they would have been quickstepping

FUTURE

I will quickstep

you will quickstep

he/she/it will quickstep

we will quickstep

they will quickstep

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be quickstepping

you will be quickstepping

he/she/it will be quickstepping

we will be quickstepping

they will be quickstepping

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have quickstepped

you will have quickstepped

he/she/it will have quickstepped

we will have quickstepped

they will have quickstepped

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been quickstepping

you will have been quickstepping

he/she/it will have been quickstepping

we will have been quickstepping

they will have been quickstepping

IMPERATIVE

you quickstep

we let´s quickstep

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to quickstep

PAST

I quickstepped

you quickstepped

he/she/it quickstepped

we quickstepped

they quickstepped

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was quickstepping

you were quickstepping

he/she/it was quickstepping

we were quickstepping

they were quickstepping

PAST PARTICIPLE

quickstepped

PAST PERFECT

I had quickstepped

you had quickstepped

he/she/it had quickstepped

we had quickstepped

they had quickstepped

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been quickstepping

you had been quickstepping

he/she/it had been quickstepping

we had been quickstepping

they had been quickstepping

PRESENT

I quickstep

you quickstep

he/she/it quicksteps

we quickstep

they quickstep

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am quickstepping

you are quickstepping

he/she/it is quickstepping

we are quickstepping

they are quickstepping

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

quickstepping

PRESENT PERFECT

I have quickstepped

you have quickstepped

he/she/it has quickstepped

we have quickstepped

they have quickstepped

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been quickstepping

you have been quickstepping

he/she/it has been quickstepping

we have been quickstepping

they have been quickstepping