Those of us with consonant - heavy Polish surnames can definitely relate. Many of us just give in and promote a common mispronunciation because it's easier. Personally, I use an easy - to - pronounce alias for things like ordering a pizza or making a reservation. The struggle is real.

I speak a tiny bit of Finnish. All of my grandparents came from Finland. I know the sounds of the rolling "r" the best. My father said it sounded right when I read the words if only I understood them all. It's a very unique language.

As a soccer referee I get to check the roster and player passes for each team prior to the game, and some of those names are difficult to pronounce correctly. When I stumble on one I ask the player how it is pronounced so I can get it right the next time I see it.