How Do You Spell CHICOINE?
Pronunciation: [t͡ʃˈɪkɔ͡ɪn] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "chicoine" can be perplexing to some. The correct pronunciation of the word is /ʃiːkwɑːn/ or SHEE-kwawn. The word originates from French and is spelled with a "ch" at the beginning because the French "ch" sound is similar to the English "sh" sound. The "oi" in the middle is pronounced like "wah" and the final "ne" is pronounced like "awn". Despite its intricate spelling, "chicoine" is commonly used as a surname in French-speaking communities.
