Questions tagged 'Pronunciation'
26 questions
do you pronounce Royale and Royal differently?
Do you pronounce "Royale" and "Royal" differently? Thank you! Cheers!
How would you pronounce the name Elias?
How do you pronounce the name "Elias"? Is it pronounced as "Ellie-osh" or "Uh-lie-us"? If you have any insights into the correct pronunciation or variations across different cultures, please share!
Dec 10, 2024
How on earth do you pronounce the name Rhys?
How is the name "Rhys" pronounced? I’ve come across this name in various contexts, and I’m curious about the correct pronunciation. Is it pronounced like "Reese," or is there another way to say it? An...
Dec 07, 2024
how do you pronounce Lao-tzu?
How do you pronounce "Lao-tzu," the founder of Taoism? I found this term in my Philosophy book, and I would like to ensure that I am pronouncing it correctly. Thank you!
Gaelic/Irish pronunciation of Flidais…?
I have come across two pronunciations for the name "Flidais": 'fleedaw' and 'fliday' (with a short 'i' sound). Can anyone clarify which pronunciation is correct, or if both are acceptable? I have hear...
What is the correct pronunciation for Hefeweizen ????
What is the correct pronunciation of "Hefeweizen"? Could someone please provide a phonetic spelling or guidance on how to pronounce it? I understand this question may have been asked many times befor...
Nov 18, 2024
The correct pronunciation of “Orange”?
My mother is from Brooklyn, NY, and I’m from Florida. We recently had a lighthearted debate about the correct pronunciation of the word “orange.” My mother, being from New York, pronounces it “ARE-ang...
How do you pronounce this Latin phrase? “Aut Viam Inveniam Aut Faciam”?
How do you pronounce the Latin phrase “Aut Viam Inveniam Aut Faciam”? I would appreciate guidance on the correct pronunciation, including any tips for emphasizing the right syllables. Thank you!
Why is the last name Roy pronounced ‘wah’?
What is the reason behind the pronunciation of the last name "Roy" as "wah," as seen in names like Patrick Roy?
How do you pronounce the god “Dian Cécht” name?
I would like to know the correct pronunciation of the god "Dian Cécht." I recently heard it pronounced as "dee-an cecht" (with the "cecht" pronounced like "catched") in one video. However, another vid...