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Date Posted: 13:18:52 11/21/03 Fri
Author: Siobhan
Author Host/IP: NoHost / 132.177.197.18
Subject: Re: Cobh
In reply to: Caitlin 's message, "Cobh" on 10:45:11 11/18/03 Tue

>HELP!
>My mom and I have always wanted to go to Ireland, so
>until the day comes, i've been satisfied with looking
>at little towns that we could visit. The one that has
>really caught my eye, is Cobh. From the reading that I
>have done, the 'c' is pronounced like a 'k,' the 'o'
>is said like 'o,' and depending on whether its broad,
>or slender, the 'bh' is either pronounced like a 'w'
>or a 'v.' I haven't been able to find out how to
>pronounce the complete name. Someone please help! And
>forgive me if what I have figured is way off, as I
>really don't know anything about the Irish language.
>Thanks in advance for the help.


You nearly have it . It is pronounced kove with broad "o" . Hope this helps. By the way it is a beautiful place.

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