Pronunciation guide
How to pronounce lingerie
lahn-zhuh-RAY (US) or LON-zhuh-ree (UK); the 'g' is a soft 'zh'
US/ˌlɑn.ʒəˈɹeɪ/
lɑnʒəɹeɪ
UK/ˈlɒndʒəɹi/
lɒndʒəɹi
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Common mistake
The 'g' is a soft 'zh' (as in 'measure'), not a hard 'j' - not 'lin-JUH-ree'.
What “lingerie” means
Underwear or nightclothes (typically women's), especially when lacy or designed to be seductive.
Linen goods collectively.
In a sentence
- She bought new lingerie for the trip.
- The boutique is known for its elegant lingerie and intimate apparel.
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