This is the 2374th most frequent French word.
quitte
Free, clear, or released from obligation.
In this sentence, 'quitte' is a verb meaning 'leaves' or 'departs'.
Elle quitte la maison de bonne heure.
She leaves the house early.
Here, 'quitte' is used in the expression 'quitte à,' meaning 'even if it meant.'
Quitte à arriver en retard, elle a pris son temps.
Even if it meant arriving late, she took her time.
In this sentence, 'quitte' again functions as a verb meaning 'leaves' or 'departs.'