How to pronounce "que"

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Phonetic Breakdown of "que"

Learn how to break down "que" into its phonetic components. Understanding syllables and phonetics helps with pronunciation, spelling, and language learning.

Standard Phonetic Pronunciation:

/kjuː/
Phonetic representation based on standard dictionaries

IPA Phonetic Pronunciation:

K Y UW1
Standard phonetic transcription to help with precise pronunciation

Pronunciation Tips:

  • Stress the first syllable
  • Pay attention to vowel sounds
  • Practice each syllable separately

Spelling Benefits:

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Definition of "que"

Pronunciation: /kjuː/

Noun

  • A fireplace or pit for grilling food, typically used outdoors and traditionally employing hot charcoal as the heating medium.
    Example: "We cooked our food on the barbecue."
  • A meal or event highlighted by food cooked in such an apparatus.
    Example: "We're having a barbecue on Saturday, and you're invited."
  • Meat, especially pork or beef, which has been cooked in such an apparatus (i.e. smoked over indirect heat from high-smoke fuels) and then chopped up or shredded.
    Example: "She ordered a plate of barbecue with a side of slaw."
  • A hog, ox, or other large animal roasted or broiled whole for a feast.
  • A floor on which coffee beans are sun-dried.
  • A framework of sticks.

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Words That Sound Like "que"

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