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How to Pronounce Louvre/1-syl/
/luːvr/
From Old French *leovar* (fortified place). Originally a medieval fortress before becoming a museum in 1793.
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LOUVRE
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louvre
luːvr — correct
Frequently asked questions 5
How do you pronounce Louvre?
Louvre is pronounced /luːvr/.
How many syllables are in Louvre?
Louvre has 1 syllable: louvre.
Where does the word Louvre come from?
Louvre is a French loanword — From Old French *leovar* (fortified place). Originally a medieval fortress before becoming a museum in 1793..
Is Louvre pronounced the same in British, American and Australian English?
Louvre varies by dialect: AU /luːvə/, UK /luːvə/, US /luːvr/.
How can I practice pronouncing Louvre?
Break the word into 1 syllable and exaggerate each: LOUVRE.