* If the next word starts with a consonant:
* It is pronounced as "duh" (like the "duh" in "duh-oh!").
* Example: "de l'eau" (duh-loh, of water)
* If the next word starts with a vowel:
* It is pronounced as "duh" (like the "duh" in "duh-oh!"), but with a very short, almost silent "h" sound.
* Example: "de l'argent" (duh-lar-zhon, of money)
Note: This is a simplified explanation. There are some exceptions and nuances to the pronunciation of "de" depending on the context.