How to Pronounce "keeled"
word
ˈkiɫ
KEELD
kˈiːld
KEELD
Definition
'Keeled' is mainly used in nautical terms. As an adjective, it means having a keel (the main structure along the bottom of a ship). As a verb (past tense), it means a boat has turned over or capsized.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkiɫ
British English
kˈiːld
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KEELD
UK
KEELD
Listen in Context
The boat keeled in the strong wind.
The swan has a keeled breastbone.
Some ships are keeled for stability at sea.
He suddenly keeled over during lunch.