How to Pronounce Dorothy
Dorothy / dawruhthee /
The name Dorothy is a Female name of English origin meaning "Gift of God". It is pronounced dawruhthee.
English Female 3 syllables
Meaning & Origin
Dorothy is a English name meaning "Gift of God". Greek Dorothea
Quick Facts
Language English
Gender Female
Syllables 3
Phonetic dawruhthee
IPA dɔɹəθi
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as dawruhthee. Stress falls on the second syllable. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Dorothy
- · Dorothy Gale - Fictional character (The Wizard of Oz)
- · Dorothy Dandridge - Actress
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Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Dorothy?
- Dorothy is pronounced dawruhthee.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Dorothy?
- The correct pronunciation of Dorothy is dawruhthee (IPA: dɔɹəθi).
- Is Dorothy a English name?
- Yes, Dorothy is a English name meaning "Gift of God".
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