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