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Hey there! Have you ever heard of the French word “clair”? It’s a tricky one to pronounce, but don’t worry - I’m here to help. Let’s break it down: the ‘c’ is pronounced like an ’s’, and the ’lair’ part rhymes with ‘hair’. So all together, it sounds like “slaire”. Easy peasy! Now you can impress your friends with your knowledge of French pronunciation.
How Do You Pronounce Clair De Lune? [Solved]
Thanks to Debussy for the beautiful French tune, “Clair de Lune”!
Break it down: The word “clair” is pronounced “clay-er.”
Stress the first syllable: When pronouncing “clair,” the emphasis should be placed on the first syllable, which is pronounced with a long “a” sound.
End with an ‘r’ sound: The final syllable of “clair” should be pronounced with a soft ‘r’ sound, like in the word “care.”
Practice aloud: To ensure proper pronunciation of this French word, practice saying it aloud several times until you feel comfortable with its pronunciation.
Pronouncing “clair” is pretty straightforward - just say it like it’s spelled! It’s pronounced “clare,” with a long A sound. Easy peasy!
