Kata Containers

infrastructure

Open-source container runtime that combines lightweight VMs with the speed of containers for improved isolation

Pronunciation

Correct

KAH-tah kun-TAY-nurz

/ˈkɑːtə kənˈteɪnərz/

Kata is derived from the Japanese martial arts term (kata / 型). Pronounced 'KAH-tah' with equal stress, not 'KAY-tuh'.

Source: katacontainers.io(official spec)

Common Mistake

KAY-tuh kun-TAY-nurz

/ˈkeɪtə kənˈteɪnərz/

The anglicised 'KAY-tuh' is a common mistake. The intended pronunciation honours the Japanese origin: 'KAH-tah'.