How Do You Spell GEERTRUIDE?
Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈi͡ətɹuːˌa͡ɪd] (IPA) 
The name "Geertruide" is a Dutch female name with a challenging spelling for non-native speakers. Its IPA phonetic transcription is /ɣeːrtrœy̯də/. The first syllable starts with a voiced velar fricative sound, followed by a long "e" sound. The second syllable has a voiced uvular fricative sound, followed by an "oe" sound and a short "y" sound. The final syllable ends with a schwa sound. As with many Dutch names, the spelling may appear complex, but breaking it down into its phonetic parts can make it easier to pronounce.
