What is the pronunciation of "Bysshe" in P.B. Shelley's name?

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2007-05-24 09:34:27 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help

BISH.

(I'm pretty sure! This is the way my high school teacher pronounced it.)

2007-05-24 09:42:54 · answer #1 · answered by Pete W 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋

Generally it has been accepted as B, Long I, C E like BYCE as in bycycle. i have even seen it spelled bice.

2007-05-24 16:43:41 · answer #2 · answered by jimdragontech 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋

I've always gone with, "Bishee,"

which rhymes with, Fishy.

Hope this helps.

2007-05-24 16:38:47 · answer #3 · answered by rockman 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋