A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Nissan
Pronounce this Japanese car brand's name with confidence: NEE-sahn.
nissan
NEE-sahn
/ˈniː.sɑːn/ · NEE · sahn
Native US English · Kokoro neural TTS · 0:01
It's a globally recognized brand name.
Where the word comes from
The name 'Nissan' comes from 'Nihon Sangyo' (日本産業), which means 'Japan Industries' in Japanese. This was the original name of the company that became Nissan.
Common ways people get it wrong
- NIH-san Some people might pronounce the first syllable like 'Nihil', but the standard pronunciation uses a long 'ee' sound like 'knee'.
- NISS-an The stress is on the first syllable, but avoid a short 'i' sound. Think of 'nee' rather than 'nis'.
Frequently asked
Is it NISS-an or NEE-sahn?
The most common and accepted pronunciation in English is NEE-sahn. The stress is on the first syllable.
Where is Nissan from?
Nissan is a Japanese multinational automobile manufacturer. The company was founded in 1933.
What does the name Nissan mean?
The name Nissan is derived from 'Nihon Sangyo', which translates to 'Japan Industries' in Japanese.
