The word "knel" is not a commonly used term in modern English, but it may be encountered in certain historical or poetic contexts. Its spelling is somewhat unusual, as it contains the rare combination of the letters "k" and "n" followed by a silent "e". In IPA phonetic transcription, "knel" is pronounced /nɛl/, with the stress on the second syllable. The word may be related to the verb "knell", which refers to the solemn ringing of a bell, often in funeral or mourning contexts.