Giselle is pronounced with a hard “g” as in “gun”, and the “i” is long, as in “skies”.
How To Pronounce Giselle
Giselle is pronounced with a hard “G” sound, like in “girl.”
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- The ‘e’ at the end is silent, so it is pronounced as ‘zelle’
- Giselle is pronounced with a hard ‘g’ as in ‘giants’
There is no one correct way to pronounce Giselle. Some people say “JEE-sell” while others say “GEE-sell”. It really depends on where you are from and how the name is traditionally pronounced in your region.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do You Pronounce Giselle In French?
In French, Giselle is pronounced ‘zhee-ZELL’.
How Do You Say Giselle In German?
Giselle is the name of a ballet which was premiered in Paris in 1841. The name is French. In German, it would be pronounced Gizelle.
What Does Giselle Mean?
Giselle is a feminine given name. It is a variant of the name Gisella, which is a Germanic name composed of the elements gisil “pledge, hostage” and hild “battle”.
Wrap-Up
Giselle is pronounced with a hard “G” sound, like in “Get.”