How to Pronounce Keens

To pronounce "keens", say KEENS — one syllable, IPA /kiːnz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/kiːnz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “keens”

"keens" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with leans and demeans, if that helps it stick.

What does keens mean?

verb

  1. To make cold, to sharpen.

noun

  1. A prolonged wail for a deceased person.

verb

  1. To utter a keen.
  2. To utter with a loud wailing voice or wordless cry.

Words that rhyme with keens

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

leansdemeansmarinesmachinessmithereensteensbeansqueensjeansscreenssubmarinestangerines

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "keens"?▾

"Keens" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "keens"?▾

The IPA transcription of "keens" is /kiːnz/.

What does "keens" mean?▾

Keens: To make cold, to sharpen.

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