Vitess
databasesA database clustering system for horizontal scaling of MySQL
Pronunciation
Correct
vy-TESS
/vaɪˈtɛs/
The PlanetScale and CNCF communities consistently use 'vy-TESS'. The name originates from the French word 'vitesse', meaning speed, with stress shifted to the second syllable in English usage.
Source: vitess.io(community consensus)
Common Mistakes
Common Mistake
VY-tess
/ˈvaɪtɛs/
Placing stress on the first syllable diverges from both the French origin and the established community pronunciation.
Common Mistake
VIT-ess
/ˈvɪtɛs/
Using a short 'i' on the first syllable is also incorrect. The 'i' is a long 'y' sound as in 'vital'.