Elif Weiser

Part 3: Pronouncing Names... How to Get it Right

Elif Erman Evidence Part 3

  • February 3, 2022 at 12:05 PM
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I found both the 2nd website, and 3rd website to be user friendly. I used the 3rd website more as the bar to enter names was directly at the top. I think these resources can be helpful, especially for teachers who may have no idea where to start. I still think the best option is to ask the student or their parent about the correct pronunciation.

I entered one of my students names, Alessandra, and it was mispronounced on the site. The accent is hard to determine on the website. I also entered another one of my students, Zuhoor, and found 2 examples to click. This would've been helpful for me before she came to school because I was unable to meet her ahead of time and I was panicking that I would practice it the wrong way! I had an idea in my head before I knew for sure and luckily I was right, but the site would've given me guidance. I also found a name that rhymes with my student Say'vion, so that was interesting to see!