The “kn” words are a combination of two letters, “k” and “n”, which together make a unique sound commonly found at the beginning of words. It is a silent letter combination, which means that when you pronounce words that begin with “kn,” you do not pronounce the “k” sound. Instead, you pronounce the “n” sound as the initial sound of the word.
In English, the “kn” digraph is most commonly found at the beginning of words, such as “knight,” “knit,” “knead,” and “kneel.” It is relatively rare to find the “kn” digraph in the middle or end of words.
What is the origin of Kn words
Can you think of some examples of Kn words? Here are some common ones:
Knee – the middle joint in your leg that helps you bend it Knife – sharp tool used for cutting things
Knuckle – the joints in your fingers where they bend Knock – to tap or rap with your hand to make a noise Knit – to make clothes, scarves or blankets by looping yarn
Knot – a tie or fastening made by tangled rope, yarn, etc
When trying to spell these words, remember they actually begin with a “K”. The K is always followed by an “n” to make the “nuh” sound.
Other Kn Words: Know, knowledge, knew, knight, knees, kneel, knead, knack, Knudson
Here is a list of 33 kn diagraphs:
- Knapsack
- Knead
- Knee
- Kneecap
- Kneel
- Knickknack
- Knife
- Knight
- Knit
- Knob
- Knock
- Knoll
- Knot
- Know
- Knuckle
- Knotty
- Knurled
- Knapweed
- Knish
- Knurl
- Kneecapping
- Knackered
- Kneepad
- Knighthood
- Knowledge
- Knick
- Knickpoint
- Knobbed
- Knuckleball
- Knapsing
- Knuckly
- Knickknackery
- Knitter
