How to pronounce cal
Say it like KAL. Cal is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress.
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- KAL
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KALSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
American vs British pronunciation of cal
American and British speakers say cal in essentially the same way: /kæl/ in the US and /kæl/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAL.
What does cal mean?
- Calcium hydroxide (slaked lime).
Where does cal come from?
Clipping of calcium hydroxide.
Words that rhyme with cal
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of cal.
Questions about saying cal
How do you pronounce cal?
Say KAL. The American pronunciation is /kæl/. In British English it is /kæl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cal?
Cal is a single syllable, so the whole word carries the stress. Broken into parts: KAL.
Do Americans and Brits say cal the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kæl/ and the British form is /kæl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.