A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Givenchy Perfume
Pronounce the luxury fashion house's name correctly for its perfumes and other high-end products.
givenchy perfume
zhee-vahn-SHEE
/ʒiːvɑ̃ˈʃiː/ · zhee · vahn · SHEE
Native US English · Kokoro neural TTS · 0:01
It's also mentioned when discussing the fashion house's broader product lines.
Where the word comes from
The name comes from the French fashion designer Hubert de Givenchy, founder of the brand. The surname Givenchy itself is of Gascon origin, likely derived from a place name.
Common ways people get it wrong
- giv-uhn-CHEE The initial 'G' is soft, like the 's' in 'measure', not a hard 'g'. The final syllable is stressed.
- giv-en-CHY The nasal vowel sound in the second syllable is important, and the final 'i' is pronounced like 'ee'.
Frequently asked
How do you pronounce the brand name Givenchy?
It's pronounced zhee-vahn-SHEE. The 'G' is soft like 's' in 'measure', and the last syllable is stressed.
Is Givenchy French?
Yes, Givenchy is a French luxury fashion and perfume house. It was founded by designer Hubert de Givenchy.
What does Givenchy perfume smell like?
Givenchy offers a wide range of perfumes, from floral and fresh to woody and oriental. Specific scents vary greatly by product line.
