How to Pronounce faux

Language: English (from French)   IPA: /foʊ/

Pronunciation explanation

FOH. Rhymes with "go" and "show". Completely silent "x" — standard French final consonant rule. Means "artificial" or "imitation" (faux fur, faux pas).

Practice tip

FOH. One syllable. The X is completely silent.

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