A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Louis Vuitton
Pronounce this iconic French luxury brand correctly: Loo-ee Vee-tahn.
louis vuitton
LOO-ee vih-TAHN
/ˈluː.i vɪˈtɑːn/ · LOO · ee · vih · TAHN
Native US English · Kokoro neural TTS · 0:01
This brand name appears frequently in fashion magazines, luxury goods discussions, and when people talk about designer handbags, luggage, and clothing. You'll hear it in retail environments and in conversations about high-end fashion.
Where the word comes from
The brand name comes from its founder, Louis Vuitton, a French trunk maker and businessman.
Common ways people get it wrong
- LOO-iss vih-TON The 's' at the end of 'Louis' is silent, and the final 'n' in 'Vuitton' is pronounced nasally, not like a hard 'n'.
- LOO-ee VOO-ton The 'V' in Vuitton is pronounced like a 'V', not a 'W', and the accent on the final 'a' suggests a longer, more open vowel sound.
Frequently asked
Is it pronounced Louis Vitton or Louis Vuitton?
It's pronounced Louis Vuitton. The 'V' in Vuitton is a standard 'V' sound, and the final 'n' has a nasal quality.
How do you say the French name Louis Vuitton?
In English, the most common pronunciation is LOO-ee vih-TAHN. The 's' in Louis is silent, and the 'n' in Vuitton is nasal.
What's the easiest way to remember the pronunciation?
Think 'Loo-ee' for the first name and 'Vee-tahn' for the last name, with a nasal 'n' sound at the end. It helps to hear it spoken by a native speaker if possible.
What is the real pronunciation of Louis Vuitton?
The brand name Louis Vuitton is pronounced Loo-ee Vih-tahn. The emphasis is on the last syllable of Vuitton.
How do you say Louis Vuitton in French?
In French, Louis Vuitton is pronounced Loo-ee Vee-tahn. The 't' at the end of Vuitton is silent.
How do I say "LV" correctly?
The abbreviation "LV" is pronounced simply as 'El Vee'. Each letter is pronounced individually.
Why is Louis Vuitton pronounced Louie?
The name Louis is of French origin, and in French, it is pronounced 'Loo-ee'. This pronunciation is carried over into the brand name.
