how to pronounce kelle

/ˈkɛlə/

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kelle is pronounced in two syllables

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An example use of kelle in a speech by a native speaker of standard german:

“… es war so ein keller so eine kelle halle …”

meanings of kelle

noun:

Traffic paddle (Paddle-shaped signalling device used by police, traffic wardens, airport ground staff etc.).
Ladle (kitchen utensil).
Trowel (as used by builders).

kelle frequency in german - C2+ level of CEFR

the word kelle occurs in german on average 1.4 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C2+ level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.