Deirdre is a feminine given name of Irish origin, widely recognized from folklore and literature. In pronunciation, it is typically stressed on the second syllable, with a vowel sequence that blends an English-like initial /dɪ/ into a bright, long first-syllable /driː/ or /ˈdɪərdriː/ realizations depending on the speaker. The name is used chiefly as a proper noun and in poetic or narrative contexts. (2–4 sentences, ~60 words)
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