Words that start with K

A kennel, or doghouse is a small house you have in your backyard for a dog to live in.

A kennel is also used to mean a place where a lot of dogs are kept, or somewhere your dog can stay while you are away on vacation or holidays.

Kentucky, abbreviated to KY, is a state in the central east of the United States of America, but is classed as a southern state. The capital of Kentucky is Frankfort and the largest city in Kentucky is Louisville.

Kenya is a country in east Africa. The capital of Kenya is Nairobi. People in Kenya speak Swahili.

Kerosene is a liquid fuel that can be used for a variety of things. It is often used as the fuel in oil lamps, for heating in houses, and as a fuel for small engines or even some kinds of aircraft.

Tomato ketchup, catsup, or just tomato sauce, is a thick, red sauce made mostly from tomatoes, sugar and vinegar.

Ketchup is used on hotdogs, chips and on any other meal you think will taste nice with some ketchup on it.

A kettle is a container that is used to boil water in. They are designed to be used over a stove or fire, although the more recent electric kettle simply plugs into a power point. Kettles have a spout to pour from and a handle to hold it, very similar to a jug.

A key is a small metal object that is used to open a lock.

A keyboard is usually found attached to a computer as a way to type words, numbers and commands with your fingers. Keyboards are also found on typewriters.

A keyboard is a device made up of a special pattern of black and white keys that is used to play music.

Keyboards are found on lots of musical instruments, like accordions and pianos, as well as a range of electronic instruments like synthesizers.

A keystone is the stone at the top center of an arch. It holds all the other stones in place, which is why it is called the keystone. Keystones are often decorated quite elaborately.