How to pronounce kvell
Say it like KVEL. Kvell is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KVEL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Kvell pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KVELSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
American vs British pronunciation of kvell
American and British speakers say kvell in essentially the same way: /kvɛl/ in the US and /kvɛl/ in the UK.
British respelling: KVEL.
What does kvell mean?
- To feel delighted and proud; to boast; to gloat.
Words that rhyme with kvell
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of kvell.
Questions about saying kvell
How do you pronounce kvell?
Say KVEL. The American pronunciation is /kvɛl/. In British English it is /kvɛl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in kvell?
Kvell is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KVEL.
Do Americans and Brits say kvell the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kvɛl/ and the British form is /kvɛl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.