How to pronounce Langevin in English?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the pronunciation of the name "Langevin," specifically in the context of the French physicist Paul Langevin. Participants explore how to pronounce the name correctly in English.

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  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest that since Paul Langevin was French, his name should not be pronounced in an English manner.
  • One participant proposes the pronunciation "Lan-je-vin."

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

There is no clear consensus on the pronunciation, as different views are presented without resolution.

Contextual Notes

Participants do not provide specific phonetic details or linguistic rules regarding the pronunciation of French names in English.

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Readers interested in linguistics, pronunciation of foreign names, or the history of Paul Langevin may find this discussion relevant.

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Title says it all :)
 
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Someone must know??!
 
Paul Langevin was French, so you shouldn't pronounce his name in English...
 
Lan-je-vin
 
Thanks!
 

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