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Pronunciation of Lilibet?

Hi! I'm wondering if anyone can tell me how to pronounce the name Lilibet.Thanks in advance!
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I say lilla-bet, but I don't know if thats the "correct" prn.
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I've always heard, "LIL-i-bet." It's not quite "Lily-bet" because the second syllable is a short "i" sound, not a long "e" sound.
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Lily-bet.It's a diminutive of Elizabeth, if that helps. Imagine a small child trying to pronounce Elizabeth - that's what you get.

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