A guide to saying it correctly
How to Pronounce Suzuki
Pronounce Suzuki like 'soo-zoo-kee' to get the Japanese car and motorcycle brand right.
suzuki
soo-ZOO-kee
/suˈzu.ki/ · su · ZOO · ki
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Suzuki is widely recognized as a Japanese multinational corporation primarily known for manufacturing automobiles, motorcycles, and outboard marine engines. You'll hear it in car dealerships, discussions about vehicles, and news reports about the automotive industry.
Where the word comes from
The name comes from the Japanese surname Suzuki (鈴木), which literally means 'bell tree'.
Common ways people get it wrong
- SOO-zoo-kee Some English speakers might put the stress on the first syllable, but in Japanese and for the brand name, the stress is on the second syllable.
- su-ZOO-ky The final 'i' sound is a clear 'ee', not a 'y' sound. Make sure to pronounce the full syllable.
Frequently asked
Is it pronounced Soo-KEE or Zoo-KEE?
It's pronounced with three syllables: soo-ZOO-kee. The stress falls on the middle syllable, 'ZOO'.
How do you say the name Suzuki in Japanese?
In Japanese, it's pronounced su-zu-ki, with the stress often falling more evenly across the syllables than in English, but the second syllable still carries a slight emphasis.
What does the name Suzuki mean?
The surname Suzuki (鈴木) is a Japanese name. It literally translates to 'bell tree'.
