Anne is a feminine given name pronounced with a short, lax vowel in many dialects. As a noun, it can refer to a person named Anne or a historical example used in family or literary contexts. The pronunciation typically centers on a single syllable with a crisp onset and a light final vowel, often near the schwa in fast speech, depending on accent and stress. In careful speech, it remains distinct from similar names like Ann or Annie.
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