American English
/kʰm̩ˈju.nl̩/
3 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
Shared by the members of a group, rather than belonging to one person.
In communal, put the main stress on the middle part: start with a light “kuh-” and end with “-nuhl.” In quick natural speech, the other vowels may be very short, but keep them clear while you practice.
Shared by the members of a group, rather than belonging to one person.
The residents share a communal kitchen.
The garden is communal, so everyone can use it.
For “frequent” or “usual,” use common, not communal.
communal kitchen · communal bathroom · communal space · communal living
communal + noun
be + communal
Connected with a particular community, especially a religious or ethnic one.
The report examines communal tensions in the region.
Music is important to their communal identity.
communal identity · communal tensions
communal + noun
a way of living in which people share a home, resources, or responsibilities
They chose communal living to save money.