Pronunciation: [tˈʊ͡ət͡ʃuːə͡lz kənˈal] (IPA)
The spelling of "Tourtual's canal" can be confusing at first glance. However, it can be easily understood using IPA phonetic transcription. The word "Tourtual" is pronounced as /tuːrˈtuːəl/ with the stress on the second syllable. Meanwhile, "canal" is pronounced as /kəˈnæl/ with the stress on the first syllable. "Tourtual's canal" refers to a small canal in the human body located in the wrist area, which plays a significant role in the passage of nerves and blood vessels.
Canalis pterygopalatinus.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.