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If it is a real Latin word (and it is), the "i" takes on an "ee" sound, so the pronunciation would be "fee-cuss". That won't stop most people using "fy-cuss".
I'm having a bit of fun with the local wildlife here in Pomland. One town I go past quite often is called Rowley Regis, which is always pronounced "Rej-uss". I insist on pronouncing it "Rey-geese" and everyone has to stop and think about where the hell I'm talking about! When they complain I simply point out that if they want to use Latin words in their placenames they should learn to pronounce them properly. After the standard apoplexy subsides, I then continue to refer to it as "Rowley of the kings". That is even worse!
The idiot also known as Capfka ...
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