How to pronounce caval
Say it like KAY-vul. Caval has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY).
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- KAY
- vul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Caval pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- vulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of caval
American and British speakers say caval in essentially the same way: /ˈkeɪvəl/ in the US and /ˈkeɪvəl/ in the UK.
British respelling: KAY-vul.
What does caval mean?
- Relating to the vena cava.
Where does caval come from?
From cava + -al.
Words that rhyme with caval
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of caval.
Questions about saying caval
How do you pronounce caval?
Say KAY-vul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkeɪvəl/. In British English it is /ˈkeɪvəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in caval?
Caval has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAY). Broken into parts: KAY · vul.
Do Americans and Brits say caval the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkeɪvəl/ and the British form is /ˈkeɪvəl/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.