How to Pronounce "kiel"
word
ˈkiɫ
KEEL
kiːl
KEEL
Definition
The 'kiel' is the main structural piece along the bottom of a boat or ship, running from front to back, which helps support the vessel and keeps it stable in the water.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkiɫ
British English
kiːl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KEEL
UK
KEEL
Listen in Context
The old sailboat has a wooden kiel.
A strong kiel helps the boat stay upright in the water.
The shipbuilders worked on the kiel before building the rest of the boat.
When the kiel is damaged, the boat can become unstable quickly.