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Why is the last name Roy pronounced ‘wah’?

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Lora Bins

Feb 20, 2025

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Lora Bins

Feb 20, 2025

Its because he is french. The name isnt always pronounced like that Ex: Derek Roy. Roi is french for king so thats what it means and so some people just pronounce it the french way. like when saying Huet, you dont pronounce the T.... Show More
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Lora Bins

Feb 20, 2025

Ro-wah, cause their are french. it’s just the accent. Since I’m not french, I don’t speak with an accent so it’s Roy, rhymes with boy, as far as I’m concerned. Just like I pronounce Mexico, Mecksico, not Mehico, cause I’m not Mexican. But some people are pretentious and insist on suddenly adopting foreigners accents when pronouncing certain things.... Show More
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Lora Bins

Feb 20, 2025

Because the whole world does not speak English, or pronounce things the way Americans do.... Show More
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Lora Bins

Feb 20, 2025

Because he’s a frenchman and can’t pronounce it properly. I’ve met the guy’s cousin, and he pronounces it ‘Roy’, not “Rrr-wah”.... Show More
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Lora Bins

Feb 20, 2025

Im pretty sure it is because it is french. Im not 100% sure, but thats what ive heard... Show More
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