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class terminology
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The Art of Pronouncing Bourgeois: Mastering the French Elegance in English Speech
The confusion begins with the word’s dual identity. In French, bourgeois is pronounced with a soft "j" and a nasalized "oi" sound—something like "boo-zhwa."...
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How to Pronounce Bourgeoisie: The Hidden Linguistic Battle of Class and Culture
Then there’s the irony: the word itself is French, yet its correct pronunciation in English has sparked debates among academics, activists, and even the...
