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How to Pronounce Derek

Derek / dehrihk /

The name Derek is a Male name of English origin meaning "Ruler of the people". It is pronounced dehrihk.

English Male 2 syllables

Derek is a English name meaning "Ruler of the people". Germanic Theodoric

Language English
Gender Male
Syllables 2
Phonetic dehrihk
IPA dɛɹɪk

Say it as dehrihk. Stress falls on the second syllable. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

  • · Derek Jeter - Baseball Player
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How do you pronounce Derek?
Derek is pronounced dehrihk.
What is the correct pronunciation of Derek?
The correct pronunciation of Derek is dehrihk (IPA: dɛɹɪk).
Is Derek a English name?
Yes, Derek is a English name meaning "Ruler of the people".

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