Learn How to Pronounce luxe

Not sure how to say a word? Try the Promova pronunciation tool for free and learn how to pronounce anything in English correctly. Discover over 100,000 words and easily learn English pronunciation online!

Find your word:

Try:

Find how to pronounce a word and practice it in our free word pronouncer for English learners!

How to pronounce:

Listen to the pronunciation:

luxe

Examples:

A de luxe version was added to the range.

Learn more about:

luxe

Related Words:

How to perfect your pronunciation of: luxe

Learn Individual Sounds

Break luxe down into individual sounds such as . Practice these parts before you learn to say the whole word.

Copy Others

Use the tools above to find out how different people say luxe in their accents, then try to repeat after them.

Pick an Accent

Avoid mixing word pronunciations. If you’re learning American English, stick to it and try not to confuse yourself with British pronunciation.

Record Yourself

Say luxe in the pronunciation tool as many times as it takes before you get it right. Record yourself saying different sentences with luxe.

Get a Native Tutor

Improve your pronunciation with native speakers! Practice with American, British, and Australian teachers on Promova.

Common mistakes of luxe pronunciation

  1. Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress on the second syllable, saying "lux-e." The correct pronunciation is /lʌks/ in both US and UK English. Tip: Remember that "luxe" is a single syllable word.
  2. Overpronouncing the "e": Many people pronounce the final "e" in "luxe," making it sound like "lux-ee." The correct pronunciation drops the "e," resulting in /lʌks/. Tip: Focus on the "l" and "u" sounds, and avoid adding extra vowels.
  3. Confusing "luxe" with "luxury": Some may confuse "luxe" with "luxury," pronouncing it as /ˈlʌkʃəri/. "Luxe" is shorter, pronounced /lʌks/. Tip: Practice saying "luxe" separately to distinguish it from longer words.
  4. Mixing up vowel sounds: Learners sometimes say "luxe" with a long "u" sound, like /luːks/. The correct vowel sound is a short "u" /lʌks/. Tip: Listen to native speakers and mimic their pronunciation to master the vowel sound.
  5. Adding an extra syllable: Some may mistakenly say "luxe" as "lux-ay," adding an unnecessary syllable. The correct pronunciation is /lʌks/. Tip: Keep it simple and remember that "luxe" is a one-syllable word.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "luxe"?

The word "luxe" is pronounced as /lʌks/ in both American and British English. The stress is on the single syllable, making it a straightforward pronunciation.

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "luxe" between American and British English?

There is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "luxe" between American and British English; both use /lʌks/. This makes it easy for learners, as you can use the same pronunciation regardless of the variant.

Does "luxe" have a schwa sound in its pronunciation?

No, "luxe" does not contain a schwa sound. The vowel sound is pronounced as /ʌ/, which is a clear short "u" sound, rather than a reduced vowel.

Are there any common mistakes people make when pronouncing "luxe"?

One common mistake is mispronouncing "luxe" as /luːks/, adding an unnecessary long "u" sound. Remember, "luxe" has only one syllable and ends with a hard "ks" sound.