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Discussion in 'Germany' started by Chlidonias, 11 Jul 2008.

  1. Chlidonias

    Chlidonias Moderator Staff Member 15+ year member

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    for the Germans (or German speakers), how does one pronounce "Grzimek"?
     
    Chlidonias, 11 Jul 2008
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  2. Pygathrix

    Pygathrix Well-Known Member 15+ year member

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    It's actually a Polish name and is pronounced Chimek or Jimek (approximately)
     
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  3. Chlidonias

    Chlidonias Moderator Staff Member 15+ year member

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    thanks, I've always wondered. I was guessing gzhii-mek, which is kinda close
     
    Chlidonias, 11 Jul 2008
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