> Every word (except gin) that starts with G, then a vowel, then an F, is pronounced with a hard G. No F in gin. Giraffe, no hard G. Closest word doesn't work

> Every word (except gin) that starts with G, then a vowel, then an F, is pronounced with a hard G. No F in gin. Giraffe, no hard G. Closest word doesn't work for many reasons. It's an endless debate. Thank you for this Stephen!