kettle

verb

  • To keep a group of people in one place, like when the police control a crowd.

noun

  • A container used to heat water or cook food, usually made of metal and has a lid.
  • The amount of liquid that a kettle can hold.
  • A special pot used to boil water for making tea.
  • A group of birds, especially hawks, flying together in the sky.


Synonym

  • teakettle

Sentences

  • A kettle can be used to boil water for tea.
  • You should be careful when using a hot kettle.
  • The kettle is made of metal and can get very hot.
  • I watched the kettle steam as it boiled.
  • We have a red kettle that looks nice on the counter.

Word Explanation:

  • A kettle is a special pot that heats water until it boils. You can use it to make tea or hot chocolate.

Word in hindi

केतली

ketli

Other variations in hindi

  • चाय का बर्तन chai ka bartan
  • पानी उबालने का बर्तन paani ubaalne ka bartan

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does 'kettle' mean?

A kettle is a container used for boiling water. It usually has a handle and a spout.

How do you pronounce 'kettle'?

You pronounce 'kettle' like 'ket-ul'.

What is the origin of the word 'kettle'?

The word 'kettle' comes from the Old Norse word 'ketill', which means 'cauldron' or 'boiler'.

What is the meaning of 'kettle' in Hindi?

The word 'kettle' in Hindi is 'केतली' (Ketali).

What is the meaning of 'kettle' in Kannada?

The word 'kettle' in Kannada is 'ಕಟ್ಟಲು' (Kaṭṭalu).

Fact & Proverb:

Fact

A kettle is a special pot used to boil water! It can whistle when the water is ready.

Proverb

A watched pot never boils. (This means that if you keep looking at something, it feels like it takes longer to happen.)

Quote

"The kettle's on, let's have some tea!" - Unknown

Mini blog:

Kiki's Tea Party

In a cozy little kitchen, there lived a cheerful kettle named Kiki. Kiki loved to whistle and sing whenever the water inside her got hot!

One sunny morning, Kiki decided to have a tea party. She invited all her friends: the teacups, the spoons, and even the sugar jar!

As the water bubbled and Kiki whistled her happy tune, everyone danced around the table. They poured warm tea and shared sweet stories.

Kiki knew that the best part of being a kettle was bringing friends together. So, remember, just like Kiki, you can make every moment special with a little warmth and joy!