If you hesitate over how to pronounce the G in French words - with a hard or soft sound - then we have great news for you. This is one example of the French language having a simple and consistent rule.
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Updated: Thu 11 Jun 2026 09:56 CET
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If you hesitate over how to pronounce the G in French words - with a hard or soft sound - then we have great news for you. This is one example of the French language having a simple and consistent rule.
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