#name-pronunciation

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Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I used to not correct people when they got my name wrong. I've stopped trying to make it easier on other people.

The complexity of names can signify cultural identity, as seen through personal experiences with mispronunciation and nicknaming.
Cultural assimilation pressures can lead to distancing from heritage, especially in the context of name simplification.
Film
fromVulture
5 months ago

Merci, Timothee Chalamet, for Making Tim Baltz Feel Normal

Timothée Baltz, a comedian, shares the challenges and experiences of having a French name in America.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
5 months ago

I was adopted as a child by an American family. They still can't pronounce my name correctly.

The author emphasizes the significance of a name and the struggle for correct pronunciation as a part of identity.
Family pronunciation often conflicts with a person's origins, leading to identity challenges.
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