A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Puma
The athletic brand 'Puma' is pronounced POO-muh, like the big cat, not 'Poo-MAH'.
puma
POO-muh
/ˈpuːmə/ · POO · muh
Native US English · Kokoro neural TTS · 0:01
It's also common in fashion and lifestyle contexts.
Where the word comes from
The brand name 'Puma' is taken from the puma, a large wild cat native to the Americas. The word 'puma' itself comes from the Quechua language, spoken by the Incas.
Common ways people get it wrong
- poo-MAH Some might stress the second syllable due to unfamiliarity with the animal's name, but the standard pronunciation stresses the first syllable.
Frequently asked
How do you say Puma shoes?
Puma shoes are pronounced POO-muh, with the stress on the first syllable. It's the same pronunciation as the animal.
Is it PUMA or Puma?
The brand name is 'Puma', and it's pronounced POO-muh. While often capitalized as 'PUMA' in logos, the spoken pronunciation remains the same.
What's the difference between Puma and Cougar?
Both 'puma' and 'cougar' refer to the same large cat (scientific name: Puma concolor). The word 'puma' comes from Quechua, while 'cougar' has Native American origins.
