How to Pronounce "keep straight"
expression
ˈkip/ /ˈstɹeɪt
KEEP-STRAYT
kˈiːp/ /stɹˈeɪt
KEEP-STRAYT
Definition
To remember details or facts correctly, or to avoid confusing two or more things. Also, literally, to remain in a straight line.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkip/ /ˈstɹeɪt
British English
kˈiːp/ /stɹˈeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KEEP-STRAYT
UK
KEEP-STRAYT
Listen in Context
It's hard to keep straight all my students' names.
Please try to keep straight when you walk down the hallway.
I can't keep straight which day I have meetings.
With all these twins in class, I can barely keep straight who's who.