Re: Pronounciation: "stein" #general
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Sue Martin
The correct German pronunciation is 'shtine'.
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Obviously, the American pronunciation is 's' rather than 'sh'. 'Stine' is definitely correct. I've also heard people say 'steen,' but to my mind that's incorrect, or at least a mutation of the correct/original pronunciation. Sue Martin
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From: David Rafky Sent: Saturday, August 23, 2014 12:10pm Subject: Pronounciation: "stein" A gentile friend pointed out that some names ending in "stein" are pronounced "stine" while others are pronounced "steen." What can I tell him?
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