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When I say it, it rhymes with spit.Moonbear said:
I can't believe I lost sleep over that. What a nightmare.Danger said:
Pronounce CLIQUE: Click or CL-EEK?
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SUMMARY
The correct pronunciation of "clique" is definitively "cleek," rhyming with "Monique," as established by participants in the discussion. While some Americans pronounce it as "click," the consensus among forum members favors the "eek" sound, aligning with similar words like "unique" and "boutique." The debate highlights regional pronunciation differences, with references to dictionary sources confirming both pronunciations are acceptable, but preference leans towards "cleek." The discussion also touches on other words with similar endings, emphasizing the nuances of English pronunciation.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of phonetics and pronunciation variations
- Familiarity with English vocabulary, particularly words ending in "ique"
- Knowledge of regional dialects in American and British English
- Basic research skills to consult online dictionaries
- Research the phonetic transcription of "clique" using resources like the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)
- Explore the pronunciation of other "ique" words such as "unique" and "boutique"
- Investigate regional dialect differences in English pronunciation
- Learn about the impact of language evolution on pronunciation norms
Language enthusiasts, linguists, educators, and anyone interested in the intricacies of English pronunciation and regional dialects will benefit from this discussion.
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yomamma said:I've always said "dot, dot, dot" but some people may not agree with me
Besides, if you said 'period, period, period', they'd think you were a Playtex commercial.
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