B2adjectiveemotions
US/kiːn/
UK/kiːn/
wanting very much to do something, or very interested in something
In context
My little brother is really keen on football and plays every afternoon.
The company is keen to hire more young engineers.
I wasn't keen on the idea of a twelve-hour bus ride.
Words that go with keen
adjective + preposition
- keen onShe's keen on photography and takes her camera everywhere.
- keen toWe're keen to hear your feedback.
adjective + noun
- keen interestHe has taken a keen interest in cooking since the lockdown.
- keen eyeA good editor needs a keen eye for detail.
- keen gardenerMy grandfather is a keen gardener.
adverb + adjective
- particularly keenI'm not particularly keen on spicy food.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I am keen on to learn Japanese.Correct: I am keen on learning Japanese.