How to pronounce irian
Say it like EYE-ree-un. Irian has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE).
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- EYE
- ree
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Irian pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- EYESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in time.
- reeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of irian
American and British speakers say irian in essentially the same way: /ˈaɪriən/ in the US and /ˈaɪriən/ in the UK.
British respelling: EYE-ree-un.
What does irian mean?
- Of or relating to the iris.
Questions about saying irian
How do you pronounce irian?
Say EYE-ree-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈaɪriən/. In British English it is /ˈaɪriən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in irian?
Irian has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (EYE). Broken into parts: EYE · ree · un.
Do Americans and Brits say irian the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈaɪriən/ and the British form is /ˈaɪriən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.