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What is the correct way to pronounce Louisville?

The correct pronunciation of Louisville is: Loo-uh-vull.

Here's a breakdown:

* Loo: The "oo" sound is like the "oo" in "moon" or "food."

* uh: This is a short, unstressed vowel sound, similar to the "u" in "cup."

* vull: The "v" is pronounced like the "v" in "vine," and the "ull" is a combined sound similar to "ul" in "pull."

So, it's Loo-uh-vull, with the emphasis on the first syllable.

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