canal

How to Split "canal" into Syllables

The word canal is divided into 2 syllables: can·al. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• can — 1st syllable
• al — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of canal:

• IPA: /kəˈnæl/

📖 Definitions

1. An artificial waterway or artificially improved river used for travel, shipping, or irrigation.
2. Occasionally applied to similar natural waterways, such as Hood Canal.

📚 Word Origin & History

Borrowed from Middle French canal, from Old French canal, from Latin canālis (“channel; canal”), from canālis (“canal”), from canna (“reed, cane”), from Ancient Greek κάννα (kánna, “reed”), from Akkadian 𒄀 (qanû, “reed”), from Sumerian 𒄀𒈾 (gi.na). Doublet of channel. Inherited from Latin canālis. Inherited from Latin canālis (“channel; canal”). Borrowed from Latin canālis. Doublet of chenal. Inherited from Old Galician-Portuguese canal (13th century...

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down canal into syllables helps with:

• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
• Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
• Reading fluency — Recognizing syllable patterns speeds up reading comprehension
• Poetry and lyrics — Syllable counting is essential for meter and rhythm
• Language learning — Non-native speakers benefit from syllable awareness

📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare canal with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
canal	2	can·al
cochineal	4	co-chi-ne-al
commonweal	4	com-mon-we-al
communal	3	com-mun-al
cannula	3	can-nu-la

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to canal:

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