# cordial vs coronal

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### cordial
*adjective · IPA /ˈkɔː.di.əl/ · frequency rank #25,335*
Hearty; sincere; warm; affectionate.

### coronal
*adjective · IPA /ˈkɒɹənəl/ · frequency rank #43,581*
Relating to a crown or coronation.

## Source
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