To pronounce "keenest", say KEEN-est — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
keenest
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KEEN-est
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"keenest" has 2 syllables: keen-est. It rhymes with machinist and greenest, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: kienast — easy to mix up when writing.
adjective
“I’m keen on computers.”
“This boy has a keen appetite.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Keenest" has 2 syllables: keen · est.
Keenest: Often with a prepositional phrase, or with to and an infinitive: showing a quick and ardent responsiveness or willingness; eager, enthusiastic, interested.
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