How to Pronounce "keep an eye open"
expression
ˈkip/ /ˈæn/, /ən/ /ˈaɪ/ /ˈoʊpən
KEEP-uhn-EYE-OH-puhn
kˈiːp/ /ˈɐn/ /ˈaɪ/ /ˈəʊpən
KEEP-un-EYE-OH-puhn
Definition
To watch carefully for something or someone, especially so you can notice anything important or unusual.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkip/ /ˈæn/, /ən/ /ˈaɪ/ /ˈoʊpən
British English
kˈiːp/ /ˈɐn/ /ˈaɪ/ /ˈəʊpən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KEEP-uhn-EYE-OH-puhn
UK
KEEP-un-EYE-OH-puhn
Listen in Context
Please keep an eye open for my package at the door.
I'll keep an eye open for your lost keys.
Keep an eye open when you cross the street.
He's always keeping an eye open for new business opportunities.