How to Pronounce "peen"
word
piːn
PEEN
pˈiːn
PEEN
Definition
The 'peen' is the rounded or wedge-shaped end of a hammer, used for shaping metal or other materials. Outside of tools, 'peen' is rarely used except in slang or technical contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
piːn
British English
pˈiːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PEEN
UK
PEEN
Listen in Context
This hammer has a round peen for shaping metal.
The blacksmith used the peen to curve the iron bar.
A ball-peen hammer is common in metal workshops.
You need the peen end for this job, not the flat side.