Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

for keeps

Word Rarity Uncommon

Frequency: Zipf frequency 4.67 in modern English

Syllables
for -keeps
IPA
17
Scrabble Score
8
Letters
2
Syllables
7
Unique Chars

Meaning

prep_phrase

With an agreement or intention to retain what one gains or receives.

prep_phrase

With a strong competitive resolve to win or succeed, as in sports or business.

prep_phrase

Permanently, so that one can keep something indefinitely.

Example Sentences

Synonyms

for good once and for all

Questions

What does for keeps mean?
With an agreement or intention to retain what one gains or receives.

How to pronounce for keeps

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