Flaky pastries are France’s gift to global breakfasts. The breakout star of the buttery ensemble known as viennoiserie is undoubtedly the croissant, an icon of French gastronomy. They’re irresistible when visiting France, so here’s how to pronounce croissant in French like you’re a local. croissant /kʀwasɑ̃/
French Pronunciation
French Canadian last names such as Côté, Lévesque, Lamontagne and Gagne are very common in the United States, especially in New England. Inevitably, many have been anglicized over time and sound completely different with a French accent. This post covers thirty common French-Canadian last names and explains how to pronounce them correctly in French (with …
French wines might be world-class, but their names can be a mouthful for English speakers. To help you out, we’ve picked 14 French wine names (varietals and regions) that are tricky to articulate, with tips and audio to help you sound like a native wine buff.
Like many French letters, the French S can have different pronunciations or no pronunciation at all depending on the context. Luckily, there are a few simple ways to remember how and when to pronounce it.
Knowing the French alphabet is an essential first step in learning French. Click on any of the letters on this page and listen.
