The spelling of the word "kregel" may be a bit confusing for non-native speakers because it does not follow the typical English pronunciation rules. The correct pronunciation of "kregel" is /ˈkreɪɡəl/, with the stress on the first syllable. The "e" in the middle is silent, which makes it sound like "krag-ul". This word is of Dutch origin, where the "e" is pronounced and the stress is on the second syllable. It means "stubborn" or "cantankerous".
The word "kregel" is of Yiddish origin. It comes from the Yiddish word "kreh-gel", which means "fiery" or "hot-tempered". It is derived from the Middle High German word "krach", which means "noise" or "crash". In Yiddish, "kregel" is commonly used to describe someone who is easily provoked or quick-tempered.