How do you pronounce "keytone"?

The pronunciation is /ˈkiːtəʊn/. Listen to American and British pronunciations on this page.

keytone

Q: What does "keytone" mean?

`n.`A musical tone constituting the basis of a key; the first tone of a scale (Tonic).; The basic or most important tone or quality of something.; (Slang) Used as a pun for the chemical compound Ketone.; (Proper Noun) A marketing company or brand name (referencing 'Yuandao').

[US]/ˈkiːtəʊn/

[UK]/ˈkiːtoʊn/

Translation

n.A musical tone constituting the basis of a key; the first tone of a scale (Tonic).; The basic or most important tone or quality of something.; (Slang) Used as a pun for the chemical compound Ketone.; (Proper Noun) A marketing company or brand name (referencing 'Yuandao').

Word Forms

Plural

keytones

Example Sentences

the doctor tested her ketone levels to check her metabolic health.

ketone bodies provide alternative energy for the brain.

a ketogenic diet can increase ketone production in the liver.

high ketone levels may indicate diabetic ketoacidosis.

some athletes use ketone supplements to enhance performance.

the blood ketone meter showed elevated readings.

ketone metabolism becomes important during prolonged fasting.

urine ketone strips are commonly used for monitoring.

the ketogenic diet puts the body into a state of ketosis.

researchers study ketone benefits for neurological conditions.

ketone breath analyzers offer non-invasive testing.

low-carbohydrate diets trigger ketone generation.