Presley
/pɾeslei/from spelling rules
Presley is the Spanish transliteration of the English name Presley.
Presley is used as a proper name in Spanish, specifically as a transliteration of the English name.
Meaning: transliterations of the English name "Presley" (name)
How do you pronounce it?
/pɾeslei/
Did you know?
- While the name is spelled the same, a Spanish speaker might add a Spanish-style article before it in certain informal contexts, such as 'el Presley', to refer to the icon.
- When Spanish speakers discuss Presley in a musical context, they may use the term el Rey to refer to him, echoing the English 'The King'.
- Although the name is English, Spanish speakers will often pronounce the 'r' in 'Presley' with a single tap of the tongue, making it sound much shorter and sharper than the English 'r' sound.
Examples in context
- ¡Elvis Presley está vivo!Elvis Presley is alive!This sentence shows the use of Presley in a statement about Elvis Presley being 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 illustrates how to refer to Elvis Presley as a famous singer using Presley.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 demonstrates the use of Presley when mentioning an Elvis Presley song.Tatoeba #1988529 by marilia, translation #1092154 by CK
- Permítame presentarle al Sr. Presley.Allow me to introduce Mr. Presley.
- El Sr. Presley será nuestro invitado de honor esta noche.Mr. Presley will be our guest of honor tonight.
- Bienvenido, Profesor Presley. Estamos encantados de que nos acompañe.Welcome, Professor Presley. We are delighted that you are joining us.
Example conversation
Javier and Sofía are listening to music at home.
- Javier¿Te gusta la música de Presley?Do you like Presley's music?
- SofíaSí, me encanta su estilo.Yes, I love his style.
- JavierPresley es un ícono para mí.Presley is an icon to me.
- SofíaTienes mucha razón, Javier.You are very 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.
