How Do You Spell KNEEL?

Pronunciation: [nˈiːl] (IPA)

The word "kneel" is spelled with a silent "k" and a long "e" sound followed by the letter "l." The IPA phonetic transcription for "kneel" is /niːl/ with the emphasis on the first syllable. The silent "k" can be confusing for those learning English as a second language, but it is a common spelling convention in many English words. The word "kneel" is a verb that means to position one's body on one or both knees as a form of reverence or prayer.

KNEEL Meaning and Definition

1. Kneel is a verb that refers to the act of assuming a resting position by placing one or both knees on the ground, usually as a sign of reverence, worship, or submission. It involves bending the legs at the knee joint and lowering the body in a manner that the knees provide a support to the weight of the individual. Kneeling is typically performed with the upper body held upright or slightly inclined forward, often with the hands clasped or extended in a symbolic or prayerful gesture.

   This action of kneeling is commonly associated with religious rituals and ceremonies, such as during prayer, meditation, or to show respect before sacred objects or religious figures. Moreover, it can also be employed as a form of demonstration, protest, or supplication, seeking mercy or forgiveness.

   Kneeling has been an integral part of cultural practices worldwide and throughout history. It generally signifies humility, subservience, or contrition, acknowledging a higher power or authority. The act of kneeling often carries a symbolic weight, expressing deference, honor, or solemn reverence in various social, religious, and ceremonial contexts.

   In a broader sense, the term "kneel" can also be used figuratively to describe a similar act of submission or surrender, without the physical act of bending the knees. It can refer to yielding to someone else's authority, obeying their will, or expressing complete humility or deference.

2. To bend the knee; to rest or fall on the knee or knees.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Top Common Misspellings for KNEEL *

• kneal 100%

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Other Common Misspellings for KNEEL

• knrew
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• sknoel
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• KNIEN
• Kreey
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Etymology of KNEEL

The word "kneel" originated from the Old English word "cneowlian", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic root "knewlōną". This root, in turn, can be traced back to the Proto-Indo-European root "*ǵnéwel", meaning "knee" or "bend of the knee". The word has remained relatively unchanged throughout its evolution in various Germanic languages, including Old High German "knūlōn" and Middle Dutch "knēlen". Eventually, it developed into the word "kneel" in Modern English.

Idioms with the word KNEEL

• kneel down (before sm or sth) The idiom "kneel down (before someone or something)" means to show extreme respect, submission, or obeisance towards someone or something. It implies a deep reverence or a willingness to submit oneself completely before the person or entity in question. This phrase often conveys a figurative act of humility or worship.
• kneel down The idiom "kneel down" means to lower oneself onto one's knees as a sign of submission, humility, reverence, or to express a request or plea.

Similar spelling words for KNEEL

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Conjugate verb Kneel

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have knelt; kneeled

you would have knelt; kneeled

he/she/it would have knelt; kneeled

we would have knelt; kneeled

they would have knelt; kneeled

I would have kneel

you would have kneel

he/she/it would have kneel

we would have kneel

they would have kneel

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been kneeling

you would have been kneeling

he/she/it would have been kneeling

we would have been kneeling

they would have been kneeling

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would kneel

you would kneel

he/she/it would kneel

we would kneel

they would kneel

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be kneeling

you would be kneeling

he/she/it would be kneeling

we would be kneeling

they would be kneeling

FUTURE

I will kneel

you will kneel

he/she/it will kneel

we will kneel

they will kneel

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be kneeling

you will be kneeling

he/she/it will be kneeling

we will be kneeling

they will be kneeling

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have knelt; kneeled

you will have knelt; kneeled

he/she/it will have knelt; kneeled

we will have knelt; kneeled

they will have knelt; kneeled

I will have kneeled

you will have kneeled

he/she/it will have kneeled

we will have kneeled

they will have kneeled

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been kneeling

you will have been kneeling

he/she/it will have been kneeling

we will have been kneeling

they will have been kneeling

IMPERATIVE

you kneel

we let´s kneel

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to kneel

PAST

I kneeled

you kneeled

he/she/it kneeled

we kneeled

they kneeled

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was kneeling

you were kneeling

he/she/it was kneeling

we were kneeling

they were kneeling

PAST PARTICIPLE

knelt; kneeled

kneeled

PAST PERFECT

I had knelt; kneeled

you had knelt; kneeled

he/she/it had knelt; kneeled

we had knelt; kneeled

they had knelt; kneeled

I had kneeled

you had kneeled

he/she/it had kneeled

we had kneeled

they had kneeled

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been kneeling

you had been kneeling

he/she/it had been kneeling

we had been kneeling

they had been kneeling

PRESENT

I kneel

you kneel

he/she/it kneels

we kneel

they kneel

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am kneeling

you are kneeling

he/she/it is kneeling

we are kneeling

they are kneeling

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

kneeling

PRESENT PERFECT

I have knelt; kneeled

you have knelt; kneeled

he/she/it has knelt; kneeled

we have knelt; kneeled

they have knelt; kneeled

I have kneeled

you have kneeled

he/she/it has kneeled

we have kneeled

they have kneeled

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been kneeling

you have been kneeling

he/she/it has been kneeling

we have been kneeling

they have been kneeling

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it kneel

SIMPLE PAST

I knelt; kneeled

you knelt; kneeled

he/she/it knelt; kneeled

we knelt; kneeled

they knelt; kneeled

I would have kneeled

we would have kneeled

you would have kneeled

he/she/it would have kneeled

they would have kneeled