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What is the pronunciation of Yiddish word milchadek?

The Yiddish word "milchadek" (מילכּדיק) is pronounced:

mil-KHAY-dek

Here's a breakdown:

* mil: Pronounced like the English word "mill"

* KHAY: Pronounced like the "ch" in the German word "Bach" or the Scottish word "loch"

* dek: Pronounced like the English word "deck"

Important note: The "kh" sound is a guttural sound that's difficult for many English speakers to make. If you're unfamiliar with it, it might be helpful to listen to a native Yiddish speaker pronounce the word.

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