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How to pronounce “piquant”
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Pronunciation guide for piquant
- Learning goal
- Practice the English pronunciation of piquant with real speech in context.
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- Real speech example
- Adam Liaw
something piquant or something spicy that you
- Definition summary
- (archaic) Causing hurt feelings; scathing, severe. [from 16th c.]
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How to pronounce piquant
Adam Liaw

something piquant or something spicy that you
Example Sentences
A Deep Dive Into “piquant”
Meaning
- [Adjective]
- (archaic) Causing hurt feelings; scathing, severe. [from 16th c.]
- Stimulating to the senses; engaging; charming. [from 17th c.]
- Favorably stimulating to the palate; pleasantly spicy; tangy. [from 17th c.]
- Producing a burning sensation due to the presence of chilies or similar spices; spicy, hot.
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