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Pronunciation Please of "Desdemona" fitzwilliams Wed Apr 17 2002 22:41 Just a quick query. What is the correct pronunciation for Desdemona, (Verdi's Otello)? I've heard; Des-day-mona, stressing "day" Des-day-mona, stressing "mona" Des-duh-mona, stressing "duh" Any assistance in this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.   re: Pronunciation Please of leporello Tue Apr 30 2002 14:40 The nearest pronunciation is Des-DAY-mona without the "Y". Another option: Des-THE-mona - the correct vowel sound is "/e/" from "THE" and the correct consonant is "/d/" from DAY.