A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Adidas
Pronounce 'Adidas' like 'add-i-das' – it's a common brand name, so get it right!
adidas
AD-i-das
/ˈæd.i.dæs/ · AD · i · das
Native US English · Kokoro neural TTS · 0:01
It's a globally recognized brand, so expect to see it in retail stores, advertisements, and conversations about sports and fashion.
Where the word comes from
The brand name 'Adidas' comes from its founder, Adolf 'Adi' Dassler. 'Adi' was his nickname, and 'Das' was the first part of his last name.
Common ways people get it wrong
- a-DI-das Some people stress the second syllable, perhaps influenced by other words, but the brand name is stressed on the first syllable.
- a-DYE-das The 'i' in the second syllable is a short 'i' sound, like in 'sit', not a long 'i' sound like in 'die'.
Frequently asked
How do you pronounce the brand Adidas?
The most common and accepted pronunciation in English is 'ADD-i-das'. The stress is on the first syllable.
Is it Adidas or Adidas?
In English, it's generally pronounced 'ADD-i-das', with the stress on the first syllable. Some might say 'a-DI-das', but the former is more widely used.
What does Adidas mean?
The name 'Adidas' is derived from the nickname 'Adi' and the surname 'Dassler' of the company's founder, Adolf Dassler.
How is adidas actually pronounced?
The most common pronunciation in English is 'AH-dee-dahs', with the stress on the first syllable. Some people also pronounce it with the stress on the second syllable, 'ah-DEE-dahs'.
Is it Adi Das or adidas?
It is pronounced 'AH-dee-dahs', with the emphasis on the first syllable. The name comes from its founder, Adolf Dassler.
Is it Ah-dee-dahs or Uh-dee-dahs?
The most common pronunciation starts with an 'ah' sound, like in 'father'. So, 'AH-dee-dahs' is generally preferred over 'Uh-dee-dahs'.
How do they say adidas in the UK?
In the UK, it is commonly pronounced 'AH-di-das', with the stress on the first syllable. Some may also use 'uh-DEE-das'.
