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How do you spell Lingerie?

Correct spelling

lingerie

From French linge, linen. Three syllables: lon-zher-AY.

Why is lingerie spelled this way?

From French linge, linen. The G is soft like ZH, the final E is spoken — both very French conventions invisible to English eyes.

Common misspellings of lingerie

lonjeraylingerylingeraylingeree

Example

The department store had an extensive lingerie section.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell lingerie?+
The correct spelling is "lingerie". From French linge, linen. Three syllables: lon-zher-AY.
Is it lonjeray or lingerie?+
The correct spelling is "lingerie", not "lonjeray". This word gets varies monthly searches.

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