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What French words have ch in them?

French doesn't have the "ch" sound as it exists in English (like "church" or "chair"). Instead, "ch" in French can represent a few different sounds:

1. "sh" sound: This is the most common sound for "ch" in French, as in:

* Chaise: chair

* Chanson: song

* Cheval: horse

* Chocolat: chocolate

* Chouchou: favourite

2. "k" sound: This sound is present in words of Greek origin:

* Chaos: chaos

* Chronique: chronicle

* Chimie: chemistry

* Choc: shock

3. "s" sound: This is less common, but can occur in some words:

* Chasse: hunting

* Chœur: choir

4. "k" followed by a "y" sound: This is only in a few words:

* Char (pronounced "shar"): a type of wagon

* Châtel: (pronounced "shatel") castle

It's important to remember that pronunciation in French can be tricky. It's always best to consult a dictionary or pronunciation guide for specific words.

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