How to Pronounce Housekeep

To pronounce "housekeep", say HOUS-ek-eep — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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HOUS-ek-eep

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💡 Tip for remembering “housekeep”

"housekeep" has 3 syllables: hous-ek-eep.

What does housekeep mean?

noun

  1. The person in charge of a house; a housekeeper or innkeeper.

verb

  1. To carry out the domestic duties of housekeeping.
  2. To perform the general tasks of housekeeping.

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "housekeep"?▾

"Housekeep" has 3 syllables: hous · ek · eep.

What does "housekeep" mean?▾

Housekeep: The person in charge of a house; a housekeeper or innkeeper.

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