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How do you pronounce French word gigue?

The French word "gigue" is pronounced:

ZHEEG

* "G" is pronounced like the "J" in "gem"

* "I" is pronounced like the "ee" in "see"

* "UE" is silent in this word

So, the emphasis is on the first syllable, and it's pronounced with a soft, almost whispered "g" sound.

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