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HelpRe: Do you think a pronunciation of a name can be "enforced"?
in reply to a message by BeccyLeader2
I think it's a bit rude to constantly correct other people's pronunciations and accents, especially if you live in an area with a diverse population. The diversity of pronunciations gives a name color, meaning, and nuance. If you don't like the variance, maybe don't use a name that has so much leeway.
Some people, no matter how many times you tell them, will not pronounce the name correctly - either because they don't want to, or they don't care enough to bother because it's more work, one more thing to remember, and your preferred pronunciation doesn't come naturally to them.
Look at Kamala Harris. Her name is one more stumbling block to acceptance. Some people will never pronounce her name correctly, but constantly correcting people will not endear her to anyone either.
Some people, no matter how many times you tell them, will not pronounce the name correctly - either because they don't want to, or they don't care enough to bother because it's more work, one more thing to remember, and your preferred pronunciation doesn't come naturally to them.
Look at Kamala Harris. Her name is one more stumbling block to acceptance. Some people will never pronounce her name correctly, but constantly correcting people will not endear her to anyone either.
This message was edited 12/20/2024, 9:09 AM
