How Do You Spell KNOCKE?

Pronunciation: [nˈɒk] (IPA)

The word "knocke" is not a standard spelling in modern English. However, it is similar to the word "knock," which is pronounced /nɑk/ in IPA phonetic transcription. The "k" in "knock" is silent, and the "o" is pronounced as a short vowel sound, like the "o" in "lot". Therefore, if we were to apply this pronunciation to "knocke," it would be pronounced /nɑkə/. However, it is important to note that this spelling is not commonly used or recognized.

Etymology of KNOCKE

The word knocke has its origins in the Old English language. It can be traced back to the Old English word cnocian, which means to strike, hit, rap. This Old English term itself has Germanic roots, as it is related to the Old Norse word knoka and the Middle Dutch word knoken. Over time, the spelling and pronunciation gradually transformed into the word knocke in Middle English, and eventually evolved into the modern English word knock.