The spelling of the word "Kornell" can be confusing due to its unusual combination of letters. The correct way to spell it is with a "K" rather than a "C" and with two L's at the end. In IPA phonetic transcription, it would be /kɔːrˈnɛl/. The first syllable is pronounced with an open o sound, followed by an r and a stressed e. The second syllable has a short e sound and ends with a clear l sound, making it easy to differentiate it from the similar spelling of "Cornell".
The word "Kornell" is derived from the German word "Kornel", which in turn comes from the Latin word "cornus". "Cornus" refers to the European cornel tree (Cornus mas) or dogwood, which is known for its yellow flowers and edible red fruits. Over time, the name "Kornell" was adopted into various languages, including English, as a given name or surname.