Hey everyone, I wanted to share my recent success in creating a custom wake word using a non-English model. Like many of you, I’ve been exploring the world of voice control in Home Assistant and wanted something more personal and tailored to my daily life.A few weeks ago, I stumbled upon the guide for creating custom wake words and decided to give it a try. My goal was to use an Italian wake word, as I find it more intuitive and natural for my interactions with my smart home. However, I quickly realized that the default models were designed for English pronunciation, which didn’t quite match my needs.After some research and experimentation, I discovered that while the English models were limiting, there were ways to adapt them or even find alternative solutions. I reached out to a few community members who had experience with non-English wake words, and they shared some invaluable tips. One key takeaway was the importance of adjusting the wake word’s phonetics to better match the language’s pronunciation patterns.I decided to try modifying the wake word “Alfred” to better suit Italian pronunciation. Through trial and error, I tweaked the word structure and tested different variations until I found one that worked seamlessly with my setup. The process was a bit challenging, but seeing the wake word finally recognized by my system was incredibly rewarding.For those of you looking to create custom wake words in non-English languages, here are a few tips I’ve learned along the way:- Start with a wake word that has a clear and distinct pronunciation in your language.- Experiment with different phonetic variations to find the best match for your system.- Don’t hesitate to reach out to the community for advice and support.This experience not only enhanced my smart home setup but also deepened my appreciation for the flexibility and customization options available in Home Assistant. It’s amazing how a little creativity and persistence can lead to such satisfying results!If anyone else has successfully created custom wake words in non-English languages, I’d love to hear about your experiences and tips. Let’s continue to explore and innovate together! 