Learn to say popular sewing machine brand names correctly.
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How is Singer (long-established American brand, one of the most recognized names in sewing machines) correctly pronounced?
Singer is pronounced 'SING-ur' — the same as the word for someone who sings, named after founder Isaac Singer. In a technical interview: "Singer's machine included a built-in buttonholer that stitched a consistent shape every time."
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How is Brother (Japanese brand offering sewing machines alongside printers and label makers) correctly pronounced?
Brother is pronounced 'BRUTH-ur' — the same as the ordinary English word for a male sibling. In a technical interview: "Brother's sewing machine came with dozens of preloaded stitch patterns selectable from a small screen."
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How is Janome (Japanese brand of sewing and embroidery machines) correctly pronounced?
Janome is pronounced 'juh-NOH-mee' — stress on the second syllable, from the Japanese word for 'snake eye', referring to the shape of its early bobbin. In a technical interview: "Janome's machine used a horizontal bobbin that was easier to see and thread than a vertical one."
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How is Bernina (Swiss brand of premium sewing and embroidery machines) correctly pronounced?
Bernina is pronounced 'bur-NEE-nuh' — stress on the second syllable, named after the Piz Bernina mountain in the Swiss Alps. In a technical interview: "Bernina's machine used a hook system known for running quietly at high stitching speeds."
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How is Juki (Japanese brand widely used for industrial and home sewing machines) correctly pronounced?
Juki is pronounced 'JOO-kee' — stress on the first syllable, a long 'oo' sound. In a technical interview: "Juki's industrial machine ran at a much higher stitch speed than a typical home model."