The spelling of the word "Crandal" can be broken down using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) phonetic transcription. The first syllable, "Cran," is pronounced as /kræn/, with the "a" sounding like the "a" in "bat." The second syllable, "dal," is pronounced as /dɑl/, with the "a" sounding like the "a" in "father." When put together, "Crandal" is pronounced as /kræn.dɑl/. This unique spelling is important for accurately pronouncing and spelling the name.