How do you pronounce "keenly"?

In American English: /ˈkiːnli/ (KEENL-ee). In British English: /kˈiːnli/ (K-eenl). In Canadian English: /ˈkiːnli/ (KEENL-ee). In Australian English: /kˈiːnli/ (K-eenl).

Is "keenly" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈkiːnli/ (KEENL-ee), while in British English it's /kˈiːnli/ (K-eenl).

How to Pronounce "keenly"

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keenly

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/ˈkiːnli/

KEENL-ee

Syllable Breakdown

kiːnlkeen·ily

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