The word "shinkle" is not in common usage, and is not found in most dictionaries. However, it is believed to be a variant spelling of the word "shingle," which refers to a thin piece of wood or other material used in building. The pronunciation of "shinkle" would likely be /ˈʃɪŋkəl/, with the first syllable rhyming with "sing" and the second syllable pronounced like the word "coal." Despite its obscurity as a word, "shinkle" is occasionally used in dialects, and may be found in certain local or regional dictionaries.