How to Pronounce "Audemars Piguet"

Hard
🌐 French word
IPA oʊdəˌmɑːr piˈɡeɪ
Syllables: au·de·mars pi·guet
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What does "Audemars Piguet" mean?

noun

A Swiss luxury watch manufacturer founded in 1875 in Le Brassus, known for the Royal Oak model.

Example: "The luxury watch brand Audemars Piguet is renowned for its craftsmanship and innovative designs."

Origin of "Audemars Piguet"

Named after founders Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet. Both names have silent final consonants in French.

How to Say "Audemars Piguet"

🗣️ Step by Step

Oh-duh-MAHR pee-GAY. Stress the MAHR in Audemars and the GAY in Piguet.

⚠️ Common Mistake

Many people mistakenly pronounce 'Piguet' as 'pig-wit,' which ignores the French pronunciation where the 'i' sounds like 'ee' and the 't' is silent.

💬 Example

The luxury watch brand Audemars Piguet is renowned for its craftsmanship and innovative designs.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce Audemars Piguet?

Audemars Piguet is pronounced oʊdəˌmɑːr piˈɡeɪ. Click the audio button above to hear the correct pronunciation in American, British, and Australian English.

Is Audemars Piguet hard to pronounce?

Audemars Piguet is considered hard to pronounce. The IPA phonetic transcription is oʊdəˌmɑːr piˈɡeɪ.

What language is Audemars Piguet from?

Audemars Piguet originates from French. Named after founders Jules Louis Audemars and Edward Auguste Piguet. Both names have silent final consonants in French.

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