The word "unal" may seem peculiar to some, with its unconventional spelling. However, the spelling can be explained using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA). The "u" is pronounced as "uh" or the schwa sound, while the "a" is pronounced as "æ" or the short "a" sound. The "n" and the "l" have their usual pronunciations. Therefore, "unal" is pronounced as "uh-nal" or "ənæl". This interesting spelling highlights the complexity of the English language and its various sound combinations.