Study the word list: The l sound after a vowel
When the l sound makes an extra syllable after a vowel, it is spelled al or el.
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denial
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She was in denial about losing her job.
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dial
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She had to dial the correct telephone number.
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jovial
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material
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A composite material is made up of different parts.
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trial
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During the trial the villain became a confessor.
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actual
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The actual results were unknown.
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factual
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gradual
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Evolution is a term adopted by Darwin to describe the gradual process of change and development of species.
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manual
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Manual cars are fitted with a clutch pedal.
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ritual
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usual
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That's not my usual place!
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virtual
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visual
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Maths is on our visual timetable.
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loyal
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David has been a loyal friend for many years.
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royal
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The royal family live in that palace.
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fuel
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This truck's engine runs on diesel fuel.
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Learn about these words in Unit 26. Word endings: -le, and exceptions e.g. al, el, ol
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