Is there an app to help pronounce names?

Is there an app to help pronounce names?

Hopefully those days are nearing an end, thanks to Namez, a new app that can help the uninformed correctly pronounce names properly. Available on the Web and for Android, Namez has a database of famous and often mispronounced names of people, places, and companies that you can search through.

How do I get the phonetic spelling of my name?

To spell your name phonetically, break the parts of your names into syllables, capitalizing the letter sounds that one might emphasize when pronouncing your name. Include all letter sounds that might help a person say your name, even if those same sounds are not present in the actual spelling of your name.

What do you do if you can’t pronounce someone’s last name?

Here are some ways to get it right.

1. Ask the person to pronounce it — and actively listen.
2. Don’t make it a big deal.
3. Observe and practice.
4. Clarify again.
5. Do something when you realize you’ve been mispronouncing it.
6. Be an ally.
7. Don’t be arrogant or flippant.

How do you spell last name phonetically?

Phonetic pronunciation of your first and last names is saying them as they sound, not as they are written. For example: David Baranowski (David Ba-ra-nof-ski) Jane Liley (Jane Ligh-lee – rhymes with highly)

What is phonetic contact name?

Phonetic name on Google Contact can help you with pronouncing your contacts’ name if you put it with how you want it to pronounce or how the way it sounds.

Is it rude to ask someone how do you pronounce their name?

Just Ask (Politely) So they’re unlikely to get offended if you straight up ask how to pronounce it. With that said, an uncommon name to you may be very common to someone else, so make sure you’re approaching this correctly.

How do you spell Jennifer phonetically?

Break ‘jennifer’ down into sounds: [JEN] + [I] + [FUH] – say it out loud and exaggerate the sounds until you can consistently produce them.

How do you add pronunciation to contacts?

Open Contacts and tap “Edit” on the contact you wish to add phonetic spelling to. Tap “Add Field” and choose “Phonetic First Name” and/or “Phonetic Last Name” Fill in the fields for how the name should sound then tap “Done”