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Category: Pronunciation

MARCH 29, 2011

Pronounce This!

Have you ever wondered how to pronounce a name, or any word for that matter? Well, I happened upon this discussion posted by Katherine Kellgren, a wonderful audiobook narrator, at Audiobook Community, which lists several resources for pronunciations. Here's the list, plus a few more:

Forvo
Howjsay.com
International Dialects of English Archive developed for actors and actresses
Inogolo English Pronunciation Guide to the Names of People, Places, and Stuff with links to pronunciation guides for other languages.
Say How? from the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped (NLS)

Additionally, an audio pronunciation component is included in many online dictionaries, such as www.merriam-webster.com or dictionary.com. Check to see if your personal favorite has this feature.

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