How to Pronounce Keyhole

To pronounce "keyhole", say KEYH-ol-e — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

KEYH-ol-e

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💡 Tip for remembering “keyhole”

"keyhole" has 3 syllables: keyh-ol-e. It rhymes with control and soul, if that helps it stick.

What does keyhole mean?

noun

  1. The hole in a lock where the key is inserted and turns.
  2. Any small opening resembling the hole for a key in shape or function.

verb

  1. (ordnance) To strike a target after wobbling in flight so that the long axis of the bullet does not follow the line of flight; typically due to insufficient spin resulting from the rifling in the barrel.

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Words that rhyme with keyhole

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "keyhole"?▾

"Keyhole" has 3 syllables: keyh · ol · e.

What does "keyhole" mean?▾

Keyhole: The hole in a lock where the key is inserted and turns.

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