Keen on

Keen on

KEEN ON /kiːn on/
Informal United Kingdom

To be enthusiastic. He was keen on her.

Example Sentences

"You should hear how they use 'Keen on' in Britain."
"It's quite common to say 'Keen on' in the UK."

Etymology & History

British slang expression that emerged from the informal vernacular. Its usage reflects the ongoing evolution of British English and the incorporation of colloquial terms into everyday language.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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