A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Mazda
Pronounced MAZ-duh, like the car. It's a brand name, so stick to the common pronunciation.
mazda
MAZ-duh
/ˈmæz.də/ · MAZ · duh
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It's a widely recognized automotive brand.
Where the word comes from
The company Mazda was named after Ahura Mazda, a Zoroastrian deity associated with wisdom and harmony. The founder also chose it because the name sounded similar to his own family name, 'Matsuda'.
Common ways people get it wrong
- MAZ-dee Some people might add an extra 'ee' sound at the end, perhaps influenced by other brand names. The final sound is a simple 'uh'.
- MAH-zda The first vowel is a short 'a' sound, like in 'cat' or 'apple', not a long 'ah' sound.
Frequently asked
Is it pronounced Maz-duh or Maz-dee?
It's pronounced MAZ-duh. The final sound is a schwa, like the 'a' in 'sofa', not a long 'ee'.
What does Mazda mean?
The car company Mazda is named after the ancient Zoroastrian deity Ahura Mazda, representing wisdom and harmony. The founder also chose it because it sounded like his surname.
