#pronunciation

language  Why do some French words have silent letters, such as "homme" or "château"?

Silent letters in French words are a common feature of the language and can create confusion for those who are learning to speak it. These silent...    Read more

restaurant_menu  How do you pronounce ''croissant'' correctly?

To pronounce the word 'croissant' correctly, it is important to know that it is a French word. The correct way to say it is 'kwa-son.' Here's a...    Read more

local_bar  How do you correctly pronounce 'champagne' without sounding like you're trying too hard?

Champagne is a luxurious, sparkling wine that is usually reserved for special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, or New Year's Eve...    Read more

volume_up  How do you pronounce ''çay'' correctly?

The word ''çay'' is a Turkish word that means ''tea'' in English. It is pronounced as [chai] in English or more accurately as [tʃaɪ] in the...    Read more

restaurant_menu  How do you pronounce "baguette" correctly without sounding like a tourist?

Baguette is a long, thin loaf of French bread that is commonly found at every bakery in France. As a non-native speaker, the pronunciation of some...    Read more

volume_up  How do you even pronounce 'rue' correctly?

The word 'rue' is pronounced as roo. The pronunciation of this word rhymes with words like 'blue' and 'glue'.It is important to note that 'rue' can...    Read more

record_voice_over  What's the deal with the accent in New England?

The New England accent is a distinct regional dialect of the English language spoken in the northeastern region of the United States. It is...    Read more

record_voice_over  How can you improve your Spanish pronunciation?

Learning a new language can be challenging, and one of the most important aspects of speaking a new language is pronunciation. If you are learning...    Read more

account_balance  How does knowing the correct pronunciation of certain London locations indicate being from the city?

Knowing the correct pronunciation of certain London locations can indicate that someone is from the city because the pronunciation of these places is...    Read more

local_drink  How do you pronounce ''rakı'' correctly?

The word 'rakı' is pronounced as 'rah-kuh' with a soft 'a' sound as in 'car' and stress on the second syllable. Rakı is a traditional Turkish...    Read more