How to Pronounce "keeper"
word
/ˈkipɝ/
KEE-pur
/kˈiːpɐ/
KEE-puh
Definition
A person who looks after something, such as an animal, building, or valuable object. In sports, especially soccer, 'keeper' is a short way to say goalkeeper.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkipɝ/
British English
/kˈiːpɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KEE-pur
UK
KEE-puh
Listen in Context
The zoo keeper feeds the lions every day.
Our football team needs a new keeper.
He is the keeper of the old lighthouse.
Wow, you're really organized—you're a real keeper!