The spelling of the word "kinzel" can be somewhat confusing when considering its phonetic pronunciation. According to IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet), the word can be spelled as /ˈkɪnzəl/. The first syllable sounds like "kin," as in "kinfolk," and the second syllable sounds like "zul," as in "hustle." The final "e" at the end of the word is silent. "Kinzel" is a German origin surname that is occasionally used as a given name, but it can also refer to a small flute-like instrument in Central European folk music.