how do you pronounce " pulitzer prize "

Peter Richardson prichard at LINFIELD.EDU
Fri Feb 2 00:06:26 UTC 2001


> I have always thought is was pronounced "Pullitzer" and have notices this
> alternate pronunciation
> more recently.  It there a correct pronunciation?  If so what?

You're right. Brer Pulitzer is alleged to have pointed to his nose and
said to his interlocutor, "Pull it, sir!" in response to the query about
his name.

For the pronunciation of "prize" you'll have to consult someone else,
though.

Peter R.>



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