How to Say Aeropostale

Last Updated: October 21, 2021 References

You want to shop at Aeropostale, but you aren't sure how to say the name. The word follows a French pronunciation: "arrow-post-all". Practice it slowly, and sound out each syllable. Remember to stress the last syllable, not the first!

Steps

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Say "air-oh-post-all". This is the correct pronunciation of the name. If it's easier, try saying "arrow-poe-stall" or "arrow-post-all".^{[1]
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Research source} Say each syllable separately, then string them together. Don't say the word too quickly – take your time, especially while you're still getting it right.
- Aero: Pronounce as "arrow" or "air-oh"
- Po: Pronounce like "poe", as in "Edgar Allen Poe"
- Stale: Pronounce like "stall" or "stahl"
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Know that "aeropostale" is a French word. It refers to the transfer of mail by air – something like "air postal" or "airmail".^{[2]
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Research source} As such, it is most "correct" to say it according to the French pronunciation. Aeropostale is, however, an American clothing company, and you can vary your pronunciation somewhat to fit your natural cadence of speech. "Air-oh-post-ull", "air-oh-pas-tell"^{[3]
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Take your cues from the company. If you are trying to talk about the American clothing company, and not refer specifically to French airmail, then you should pronounce the word the way that the Aeropostale company says it's pronounced. Try calling the Aeropostale's 800-number and listening to the automated recording. Ask a store employee, or write a letter to the company.^{[5]
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Stress the last syllable. Many English words place their emphasis on the first syllable or two, but many French words emphasize the final syllable. Instead of "AEROpostale", say "aeropoSTALE".