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This article was co-authored by Stephanie Jeret. Stephanie Jeret is a Speech-Language Pathologist based in Northeastern Illinois. She works with children who stutter, have receptive/expressive language difficulties, and have articulation disorders/delays. She also works with adults who present with dysarthria, apraxia, aphasia, executive function disorder, and stuttering. She is certified by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association (ASHA) and received their ACE Award for excellence in continuing education. She is also PROMPT Bridge Trained, Lidcombe Trained, and Lee Silverman Voice Therapy Certified. Stephanie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Queens College and a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology from Brooklyn College.
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“Saoirse” is a popular girl’s name throughout Ireland and Scotland that means “freedom” or “liberty,” and initially rose to popularity during the 1920s.[1] Learn how to pronounce “Saoirse” properly and avoid offending individuals with this beautiful, original name.
How do you pronounce "Saoirse"?
The name sounds like "Seer-sha." Pronounce “Saoir” as “Seer,” which rhymes with “clear.” Then, pronounce "-se" as "sha," which rhymes with "huh." Now, say both together!
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![Step 1 Pronounce the “Saoir” portion of the name as “Seer,” which rhymes with “clear.”]()
Pronounce the “Saoir” portion of the name as “Seer,” which rhymes with “clear.” This is the most appropriate and common way to pronounce the first syllable of “Saoirse.”[2]- Despite the traditional pronunciation of “Saoirse,” some parents and individuals may pronounce “Saoir” as “Sair,” which rhymes with “air.”
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![Step 2 Pronounce the “se” portion of the name as “sha,” which rhymes with “huh.”]()
Pronounce the “se” portion of the name as “sha,” which rhymes with “huh.”[3]Advertisement -
![Step 3 Combine both portions and syllables of the name to pronounce “Saoirse” as “Seer-sha.”]()
Combine both portions and syllables of the name to pronounce “Saoirse” as “Seer-sha.”[4]
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