A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Bouygues
How to pronounce Bouygues, the French multinational conglomerate, for English speakers.
bouygues
BWEGZ
/bwiɡz/ · bweegz
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It's the name of a major French conglomerate.
Where the word comes from
The company was founded by Francis Bouygues. The surname 'Bouygues' is of Gascon origin, a dialect of Occitan, and likely derives from a word meaning 'bull'.
Common ways people get it wrong
- BOO-igs English speakers often try to pronounce the 'ou' as in 'you' and the 'g' as in 'big', but the French 'ou' is like the 'oo' in 'boot' and the 'g' is softened.
- BOW-igs The 'ou' in French is not pronounced like the 'ow' in 'cow'. It's a single vowel sound.
Frequently asked
Is Bouygues a French company?
Yes, Bouygues is a major French multinational conglomerate. It was founded in France and its operations span various sectors.
What does Bouygues do?
Bouygues operates in several key sectors including construction (Bouygues Construction), telecommunications (Bouygues Telecom), and media (TF1 Group). They also have interests in energy and transportation.
How do you say the founder's name?
The founder's name, Francis Bouygues, is pronounced similarly to the company name, roughly 'Frahn-sees BWEGZ'. The surname is the key part for pronunciation.
