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To convey the pronunciation of “Holger” for a U.S. audience, you can represent it phonetically as “HAWL-ger” or “HOLL-ger.”
Pronunciation Breakdown
- First syllable: The emphasis is on the first syllable, pronounced like “HAWL” or “HOLL.”
- Second syllable: The second syllable is pronounced as “ger,” similar to the “ger” in “germ,” but with a softer ‘g’ sound.
Summary of Pronunciations
| Pronunciation | Description |
|---|---|
| HAWL-ger | Commonly used in English contexts, emphasizing the ‘aw’ sound. |
| HOLL-ger | A variant that may be more aligned with Scandinavian pronunciations. |
This name originates from Scandinavian languages, particularly Danish and Norwegian, and means “whole warrior” or “famous warrior”.
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