Oh. I've always pronounced it as it's spelled! We live and learn ....
Funny old language, English ....
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Originally Posted by smartie  Ah, but then I give you the word "flense" (not in frequent use in general conversation, admittedly), which is the exception to your rule, being pronounced "flenz". Means to strip blubber or skin off an animal  - apologies to the squeamish! |