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How do you pronounce croix?

The word "croix" is French for "cross". Here's how you pronounce it:

* kʁwa

Breakdown:

* k: Like the "k" in "kite"

* ʁ: This is a French sound that doesn't exist in English. It's a uvular fricative, similar to a slightly raspier version of a guttural "r". If you can't make the sound, just pronounce it like a regular "r"

* wa: Like the "wa" in "water"

So, the whole word sounds something like: "kroy"

Keep in mind that the "r" sound is important, as it distinguishes "croix" from words like "crois" (meaning "I believe").

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