Elvis Presley
/elbis pɾeslei/from spelling rules
In Spanish, the name of the famous American singer and actor is written as Elvis Presley.
In informal contexts, he is sometimes referred to as El Rey del Rock.
How do you pronounce it?
/elbis pɾeslei/
Did you know?
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, the name Elvis is occasionally used as a given name for children, reflecting the global impact of the singer's persona.
- In Spanish, referring to Elvis Presley in the present tense to discuss his influence is common, but the urban legend Elvis vive (Elvis lives) is a widespread pop-culture meme across Latin America.
- Spanish speakers often use the phrase el estilo Elvis to describe a specific type of pompadour hairstyle or a flashy, sequined costume.
Examples in context
- ¡Elvis Presley está vivo!Elvis Presley is alive!This sentence uses Elvis Presley to express the exclamation that he is alive.Tatoeba #1176924 by Shishir, translation #956234 by darinmex
- Elvis Presley es uno de los cantantes más famosos.Elvis Presley is one of the most famous singers.This sentence uses Elvis Presley to state that he is one of the most famous singers.Tatoeba #2458369 by marcelostockle, translation #680937 by Source_VOA
- La canción favorita de Tom es el "Rock de la Cárcel" de Elvis Presley.Tom's favorite Elvis Presley song is "Jailhouse Rock."This sentence uses Elvis Presley to identify the artist of a specific song.Tatoeba #1988529 by marilia, translation #1092154 by CK
- Cuando era joven, mi mamá era fanática de El Rey del Rock.When she was young, my mom was a big fan of the King of Rock.
- Elvis Presley, también conocido como el Rey del Rock and Roll, fue una leyenda de la música.Elvis Presley, also known as the King of Rock and Roll, was a music legend.
Example conversation
Two friends are talking about music in a cafe.
- Javier¿Te gusta la música de Elvis Presley?Do you like Elvis Presley's music?
- LucíaSí, me encanta su voz.Yes, I love his voice.
- JavierÉl era un artista increíble.He was an incredible artist.
- LucíaTienes razón, Javier.You are right, Javier.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
