7 in French = sept

The number 7 in French is "sept" pronounced "set" (the "p" is silent).

Quick Answer

Pronunciation

Sept has one syllable: sept

Step by step:

1. Say "s" (normal "s")
2. Say "et" like English "set"
3. The "p" is ALWAYS silent
4. The "t" is usually silent too
5. Result: "set"

The "p" is silent:

• NEVER pronounce the "p"
• It's a historical spelling
• Always: "set"

The "t" pronunciation:

• Before consonant: silent (set)
• Before vowel: pronounced (set-t)

Examples:

• Sept = set (alone)
• Sept garçons = set gar-sohn (t silent)
• Sept_enfants = set-tan-fahn (liaison with t)
• Sept_heures = set-tur (liaison with t)

Practical Usage

Counting: ...six, sept, huit, neuf... Phone numbers: 7 = sept Prices: 7€ = sept euros Times: 7:00 = sept heures (set-tur) Dates: 7th = le sept, septième (ordinal)

Common Phrases

sept fois: Seven times septième: Seventh (ordinal) les sept merveilles: The seven wonders

Quick Takeaways

• 7 = sept pronounced "set"
• The "p" is ALWAYS silent
• The "t" is silent before consonants
• Make liaison before vowels: sept_heures
• Septième = seventh (ordinal)

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