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Chloe Conrad, a speech-language pathologist, tells PEOPLE which sounds are difficult for young kids to say — and which are the easiest Luke Chinman is a writer at PEOPLE. He joined PEOPLE in 2024. His ...

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ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — It’s no secret that Upstate New York is known for having difficult to pronounce names for its cities, towns, and even bodies of water. This isn’t a new conversation as I’ve ...

Pronunciation can be difficult, subjective and — in the ears of the listener — establish or undermine your credibility as a reporter. These tips from NPR correspondents with a wealth of international ...

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Navigating the world as the parent of a child with a unique or difficult-to-pronounce name can be a constant source of frustration. When I named my daughter Chiara, I never considered that people ...

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CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCBD)- Whether you’ve recently moved to the Lowcountry or are just here for a quick visit, there are some names that are pronounced differently than you may think. Pronouncing the ...

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