A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Pirelli
The Italian tire brand, pronounced puh-REL-ee. Hear it right for car talk and beyond.
pirelli
puh-REL-ee
/pəˈrɛli/ · puh · REL · lee
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It's also a brand name seen on car wheels and sometimes in motorsport sponsorships.
Where the word comes from
The name comes from the surname of the founder, Giovanni Battista Pirelli.
Common ways people get it wrong
- PIE-rell-ee This common mistake comes from English words starting with 'pie'. Remember the first syllable is unstressed and sounds like 'puh'.
- puh-RELL The final syllable is a clear 'ee' sound, not a silent 'l' or a different vowel.
Frequently asked
How do you say Pirelli tires?
The standard pronunciation is puh-REL-ee. The stress is on the second syllable, 'REL'.
Is Pirelli Italian?
Yes, Pirelli is an Italian company, founded in Milan in 1872. The pronunciation reflects its Italian origin.
What does Pirelli mean?
Pirelli is a surname. The company was founded by Giovanni Battista Pirelli, so the name refers to the founder's family.
