how to pronounce talon

/ta.lɔ̃/

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talon is pronounced in two syllables

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ɔ̃

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An example use of talon in a speech by a native speaker of standard french:

“… cela n'est ce pas au talon d'achille …”

meanings of talon

noun:

The bottom or lower part of something.
Heel (of footwear) (especially high heel).
Heel (part of the foot).
Spur (sharp implement used to prod a horse).
Backheel.

talon frequency in french - C1 level of CEFR

the word talon occurs in french on average 7.1 times per one million words; this frequency warrants it to be in the study list for C1 level of language mastery according to CEFR, the Common European Framework of Reference.