* As a Chinese surname: It's pronounced "gow" with a short "o" sound, similar to the "o" in "hot."
* As a Chinese given name: It can have multiple pronunciations, including:
* "gow" (same as the surname)
* "gau" with a longer "a" sound, similar to the "a" in "father."
* "gao" with a longer "ao" sound, similar to the "ow" in "cow."
To know the correct pronunciation, you need more context, such as:
* Is it a surname or a given name?
* What is the person's full name?
* What language are they speaking?
If you're unsure, it's always best to ask the person how to pronounce their name.