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How to Pronounce Vanessa

Vanessa / vuhnehsuh /

The name Vanessa is a Female name of English origin meaning "Butterfly". It is pronounced vuhnehsuh.

English Female 3 syllables

Vanessa is a English name meaning "Butterfly". Invented by Jonathan Swift

Language English
Gender Female
Syllables 3
Phonetic vuhnehsuh
IPA vənɛsə

Say it as vuhnehsuh. Stress falls on the second syllable. Keep the original English phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.

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How do you pronounce Vanessa?
Vanessa is pronounced vuhnehsuh.
What is the correct pronunciation of Vanessa?
The correct pronunciation of Vanessa is vuhnehsuh (IPA: vənɛsə).
Is Vanessa a English name?
Yes, Vanessa is a English name meaning "Butterfly".

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