“Lux” or “Luxe”—Which to use?

“Lux” or “Luxe”

Overview

lux / luxe are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

lux: (noun) a unit of illumination equal to 1 lumen per square meter; 0.0929 foot candle.

luxe: NA

Pronunciation

lux: l·AH·k·s

luxe: NA

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Examples in Context

Examples of “lux”

2018 VinFast LUX A2.0
Lux Interior's name came "from an…
…known by the stage name Lux Interior, was an American singer…
…reprised their roles in a Lux Radio Theater version of Secret…
Millux, California — Miller & Lux,…
Similarly, Northeastern University's motto is Lux, Veritas, Virtus ("Light, Truth, Virtue").
Secret of the Incas on Lux Radio Theater: December 14, 1954
…a distinctive voice on the Lux Radio Theater, The Screen Guild…
…Low Light Rating is 4 lux while the TRV950 is 7
…holdings of the Miller and Lux Company, which had a large…

Examples of “luxe”

2008 'Trash Luxe', Liberty Department Store, London.
…young girl working in a luxe hotel where is a troubled…
…Blend 18 and Grey de Luxe 18.
…included Signature Blend, Grey De Luxe, Sultry Chai, Green, Jasmine and…

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