How to pronounce

Poignant

/pɔɪnjʌnt/

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US English

/pɔɪnjʌnt/

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UK English

/pɔɪnjʌnt/

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Pronunciation Guide

Tricky

Syllables

POIGN · nant

Often say the 'g'—it's silent, so avoid 'poig-nant'.

Picture a 'poignant' moment quietly skipping the 'g'—silent but touching.

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