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What is the correct pronunciation of the word "assemblé"?

A. a-SAHN-blay
B. ah-sam-BLAY
C. as-sam-BELL
D. a-SAHN-bell

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Final answer:

The correct pronunciation of the word "assemblé" is as-sam-BELL.

Step-by-step explanation:

The correct pronunciation of the word "assemblé" is option C: as-sam-BELL.

The word is of French origin and is commonly used in ballet terminology. It is pronounced with a short a sound in the first syllable, followed by a long a sound in the second syllable, and ending with a soft e sound at the end.

For reference, other examples of French words with a similar pronunciation pattern are café (coffee) and soirée (evening party).

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