A guide to saying it correctly

How to Pronounce Asus

Pronounce the tech brand like 'ace' followed by 'us' to get it right.

asus

AY-soos

/ˈeɪ.suːs/  ·  AY · soos

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It's also common in tech reviews and online forums dedicated to electronics.

Where the word comes from

The company name Asus is derived from Pegasus, the winged horse of Greek mythology. It was chosen to represent strength and adventure.

Common ways people get it wrong

  • uh-SOOS Some people might pronounce the first syllable like 'uh' because it's a common unstressed vowel sound in English. Remember it starts with a clear 'AY' sound like in 'ace'.
  • AZ-us The 's' sound is a voiced 'z' sound for some, but in this brand name, it's consistently an unvoiced 's' sound like in 'bus'.

Frequently asked

How do you say Asus?

The most common pronunciation is AY-soos, rhyming with 'ace' and 'us'. The stress is on the first syllable.

Is it pronounced As-us or Ay-sus?

It's pronounced AY-soos. The first syllable sounds like the word 'ace', and the second syllable sounds like 'soos'.

What does Asus mean?

Asus is short for Pegasus, the mythical winged horse. The company chose the name to symbolize strength and adventure.