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EPISODE · Jul 7, 2026 · 19 MIN

#87: Je peux ou Je pue? French Pronunciation That Changes Meaning

from Let's Speak French! with Dr. Natalie Amgott · host Dr. Natalie Amgott

Are you telling people that you can or that you stink? One small sound can make all the difference!In this episode, you'll discover minimal pairs—French words that differ by just one sound but have completely different meanings. You'll practice five of the most common sound pairs that English speakers struggle with, learn why your brain has trouble hearing these differences, and start training your ear to become a more confident French speaker.Tes prochaines étapes: Your next steps 1. Practice the minimal pairs with the French Minimal Pairs Flashcards. 2. Listen to the episode a second time and repeat each minimal pair out loud.3. Choose one of today's minimal pairs and use both words in your own French sentences this week.

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