Pronunciation: [dɪd͡ʒˈɒŋ] (IPA) 
The spelling of the word "dejongh" can be a bit confusing, but it's actually quite simple when you break it down phonetically. The first syllable is pronounced "duh" or /də/, followed by the sounds "zhong" or /ʒɔŋ/. The final syllable is pronounced "uh" or /ə/. So all together, the word is pronounced /dəˈʒɔŋə/ or "duh-jong-uh". Remembering the phonetic breakdown can help you spell and pronounce "dejongh" correctly every time.
The word "DeJongh" is a surname of Dutch origin. It is derived from the combination of two elements: "de" and "Jongh".
"De" is a common Dutch prefix that indicates lineage or descent. It translates to "the" in English, suggesting that the bearer of the surname belongs to a particular family or is associated with a specific place.
"Jongh" is derived from the Dutch word "jong", which means "young" in English. Therefore, "DeJongh" can roughly be translated as "the young one" or "descendant of the young one".
Surnames, including "DeJongh", often originated from a variety of factors, such as a person's occupation, physical characteristics, or a familial connection.
