How to Pronounce "keystone"
word
ˈkiˌstoʊn
KEE-stohn
kˈiːstəʊn
KEE-stohn
Definition
A keystone is the central top stone in an arch that holds all the other stones in place. The word is also used to refer to something that is the most important part of a system or process.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkiˌstoʊn
British English
kˈiːstəʊn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KEE-stohn
UK
KEE-stohn
Listen in Context
The keystone is in the center of the arch.
Trust is the keystone of any good relationship.
Removing the keystone makes the whole arch fall.
Education is often called the keystone of society.