Pronouncing Illinois
Cairo.
Ina.
Kickapoo.
Mattoon.
Casey.
Embarras.
All places in Illinois.
All can be difficult to pronounce.
NEVER FEAR!!
This Pronunciation Guide for Illinois Place Names is a compilation of all counties, cities, towns, townships, and villages in the state of Illinois and the pronunciation of these names as preferred by local residents. It also lists state parks and geographic landmarks such as summits, trails, ridges, and cliffs, including waterways like lakes, rivers, and creeks.
I had no idea this thing existed. I doubt many do.
And seriously, with all that's going on in the world, does it really matter if it's "Mat-toon" or "Muh-toon" or "Matt-ewwwn"?
Grace & Peace & Love to you all -
Matt
