How to Pronounce "keep your distance"
expression
ˈkip/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈdɪstəns
KEEP yor DIS-tuns
kˈiːp/ /jˈɔː/ /dˈɪstəns
KEEP yaw DIS-tuns
Definition
To stay physically away from someone or something, often for safety, respect, or personal comfort. It can also mean avoiding getting too involved emotionally or socially.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkip/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈdɪstəns
British English
kˈiːp/ /jˈɔː/ /dˈɪstəns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KEEP yor DIS-tuns
UK
KEEP yaw DIS-tuns
Listen in Context
Please keep your distance from the animals at the zoo.
During the pandemic, everyone was asked to keep your distance.
It's important to keep your distance from strangers at night.
If things get heated, just keep your distance and let them cool off.