How Do You Spell SKEEL?

Pronunciation: [skˈiːl] (IPA)

The word "Skeel" is spelled with the letters S-K-E-E-L. It is pronounced as /skiːl/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The sound of "S" is pronounced as "sk" with a long "ee" sound for "e" and a soft "l" sound for "l". This word is a noun that can refer to a shallow dish or basin used for drying milk or straining liquids. The spelling may appear unusual to some, but it is a valid word and can be found in various dictionaries.

Common Misspellings for SKEEL

• Skeeh

Etymology of SKEEL

The word "skeel" has origins in Old Norse and Middle Low German. It comes from the Old Norse word "skilja", which means "to separate" or "to divide". In Middle Low German, "schele" or "schēle" meant "difference" or "distinction". Over time, these words evolved and eventually gave rise to the word "skeel" in English. The term "skeel" has various meanings, including talent, skill, or knowledge in certain dialects of English, particularly in Scotland and Northern England.