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How to Pronounce Eleanor

Eleanor / ehluhnɚ /

The name Eleanor is a Unisex name of English origin meaning "Pity". It is pronounced ehluhnɚ.

English Unisex

Eleanor is a English name meaning "Pity". Origin is unknown for male usage; the standard etymology is Provençal, from *Aliénor*, possibly related to Greek *eleos* meaning "compassion, mercy".

Language English
Gender Unisex
Phonetic ehluhnɚ
IPA ɛlənɚ

Say it as ehluhnɚ. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

  • · None known for male usage

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How do you pronounce Eleanor?
Eleanor is pronounced ehluhnɚ.
What is the correct pronunciation of Eleanor?
The correct pronunciation of Eleanor is ehluhnɚ (IPA: ɛlənɚ).
Is Eleanor a English name?
Yes, Eleanor is a English name meaning "Pity".

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