How to pronounce copal
Say it like KOH-pul. Copal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH).
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- KOH
- pul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Copal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- pulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of copal
- The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh".
British respelling: KOH-pul.
What does copal mean?
- A resinous exudation from various tropical trees, especially Hymenaea courbaril and Schinus terebinthifolia, used chiefly in making varnishes and printing ink.
- Any of certain trees of the genus Bursera, commonly used in wood-carving.
Where does copal come from?
From Spanish copal, from Classical Nahuatl copalli (“incense”).
Questions about saying copal
How do you pronounce copal?
Say KOH-pul. The American pronunciation is /ˈkoʊpəl/. In British English it is /ˈkəʊpəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in copal?
Copal has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOH). Broken into parts: KOH · pul.
Is copal pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The long o starts further forward in British English, closer to "uh-oo" than the American "oh". The British form is /ˈkəʊpəl/ (KOH-pul).