The word "CIAL" may seem perplexing at first glance, but its spelling actually follows a consistent pattern. The "C" is pronounced as "s" and the "I" as "i" in "sit." The "A" is pronounced as "æ" in "cat" and the "L" as "l" in "lemon." Overall, the word is pronounced as /siæl/ in IPA phonetic transcription. While it may not be a commonly used word, understanding its spelling and pronunciation can be useful when encountering similar patterns in other words.