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How do you pronounce jhumpa lahiri?

Jhumpa Lahiri's name is pronounced:

JUM-pa la-HEER-ee

Here's a breakdown:

* JUM: Like the word "jump," but slightly shorter.

* pa: A short, crisp "pa" sound.

* la: A standard "la" sound.

* HEER: Like the word "here," but with the emphasis on the first syllable.

* ee: A long "e" sound, similar to "see."

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