word
Keynesian
KAYNZ-ee-an
/ˈkeɪnziən/Listen
Hear it in a clear American voice. Slow it down to catch each syllable.
Syllable breakdown
Keynesian
Dictionary meaning
Relating to the economic theories of John Maynard Keynes, emphasising government spending.
Common mispronunciations
KEE-nee-zhanKEY-nee-an
Pronunciation tips
Named after economist John Maynard Keynes — the 's' in Keynes is silent.
Learn one new pronunciation a day
Get a word, name or idiom like “Keynesian” in your inbox — daily or weekly, free. Unsubscribe any time.
Something wrong? Suggest a correction