How to pronounce Lingerie in English

Lingerie is pronounced lon-zhə-RAY (IPA /ˌlɑːnʒəˈreɪ/). The 'g' is /ʒ/ (zh); end with 'RAY' — 'lon-zhuh-RAY'.

IPA: /ˌlɑːnʒəˈreɪ/

Syllables: lon · zhə · RAY

Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'lin-juh-REE' with /dʒ/ and wrong final vowel.

Tip: The 'g' is /ʒ/ (zh); end with 'RAY' — 'lon-zhuh-RAY'.

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