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[Facts] Pronunciation Question

by LexyRose (guest)

3/10/2006, 2:46 PM

I'd like to know how to pronounce the Welsh name Carys. A lot of people seem to love this name and I don't even know how to say it. Thanks!

- Lauren B (guest)

3/11/2006, 4:25 AM

KAH-riss, rhymes with Paris. Although many Americans often pronounce it as CARE-iss.

- little_kit

3/10/2006, 8:13 PM

Often like this:

Ka-ris. It comes from Welsh caru "to love" and has a relative Caryn although that's often a form of Karen.

- Ivayla

3/10/2006, 3:20 PM

Merriment is our Welsh expert, so I'd take her word on that one.

~ Ivayla,
skillfully disguised as a responsible adult

- Miranda (Randee15)

3/10/2006, 2:52 PM

From what I've heard, I think most English-speakers say KER-is (KAIR-is), while the Welsh say KA-ris.

But don't quote me on that!

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