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c

the letter c

noun SEH Less Common
Grammar & Structure

Usage Note

C as a standalone noun refers to the third letter of the French alphabet. In French, c is pronounced like an English 's' before e, i, or y, and like 'k' before other vowels or consonants. With a cedilla (ç), it is always pronounced 's,' as in français.

Examples

"Le mot 'cinq' commence par un c."

Natural Translation

The word 'cinq' begins with a c.

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