How to Pronounce Keyed

To pronounce "keyed", say KEY-ed — 2 syllables, IPA /kiːd/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/kiːd/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “keyed”

"keyed" has 2 syllables: key-ed. It rhymes with accede and concede, if that helps it stick.

What does keyed mean?

verb

  1. To fit (a lock) with a key.
  2. To fit (pieces of a mechanical assembly) with a key to maintain the orientation between them.

Words that rhyme with keyed

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

accedeconcedeimpedecedeleadheedprecedeneedseedsupersedesucceedgreed

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "keyed"?▾

"Keyed" has 2 syllables: key · ed.

What is the IPA transcription of "keyed"?▾

The IPA transcription of "keyed" is /kiːd/.

What does "keyed" mean?▾

Keyed: To fit (a lock) with a key.

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