The Real Test of Friendship Pronouncing Maturin Correctly

You’re deep in conversation about our beloved Aubrey-Maturin series when some lubber confidently says, “Master and Commander… loved that movie about Captain AWWW-bree and Doctor Mat-YOO-rin.” Sir, you have just hoisted a French ensign in an English harbor. 😤 Who else has had to gently (or not so gently) correct a friend before?