A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Prada
Pronounce this Italian luxury fashion brand with a clear 'ah' sound in the first syllable.
prada
PRAH-duh
/ˈprɑːdə/ · PRAH · duh
Native US English · Kokoro neural TTS · 0:01
Prada is frequently mentioned in fashion magazines, designer clothing reviews, and discussions about luxury goods. You'll also hear it when people talk about high-end handbags, shoes, or ready-to-wear collections.
Where the word comes from
The brand was founded by Mario Prada in Milan, Italy. The name is simply the surname of the founding family.
Common ways people get it wrong
- PROH-duh Some English speakers might default to an 'oh' sound, but the 'a' in Prada is an open 'ah' sound, like in 'father'.
- PRAH-dah The final syllable is a schwa sound, like the 'a' in 'sofa', not a distinct 'ah'.
Frequently asked
Is Prada Italian or French?
Prada is an Italian luxury fashion house. It was founded in Milan, Italy, in 1913.
What does Prada mean?
Prada is the surname of the founding family. The brand name itself doesn't have a separate meaning in Italian.
How do you pronounce the 'a' in Prada?
The first 'a' in Prada is pronounced with an open 'ah' sound, similar to the 'a' in 'father' or 'car'.
