duque
duke
Latin America
Simplified: DOO-keh
IPA: 'du.ke
Spain
Simplified: DOO-keh
IPA: 'du.ke
Pronunciation Tips:
SyllableHow to Say ItMouth Position and Breath Flow
du
  • d like day, but softer
  • tongue touches upper teeth for Spanish d
  • u like boot
  • strongly rounded lips, tongue back for u
que
  • qu like unaspirated k in sky (not key)
  • k sound without burst of air
  • e like bet
  • slightly spread lips, tongue forward for e