Pronunciation: [mˈɛŋɡwə͡l] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "mengual" is influenced by its pronunciation. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is represented as /mɛŋwal/. The "me" sound is similar to the word "men" and the "g" is pronounced like the "g" in "get". The "u" sound is pronounced like the "oo" in "book" and the "a" is pronounced like the "a" in "father". In Spanish, "mengual" refers to a farmer or peasant. It is also a surname commonly found in Spain.
The word "mengual" has its roots in the Catalan language. It is a surname that originated in the region of Catalonia, which is located in northeastern Spain. The etymology of "mengual" can be traced back to the Latin word "manualis", which means "related to the hand". Over time, this evolved into "mainsual", "mozual", and finally "mengual" in Catalan. The term "mengual" was originally used to refer to someone who possessed manual skills or engaged in manual labor. Later on, it became a surname passed down through generations, often associated with individuals who were carpenters or craftsmen.
