How to pronounce paean
Say it like PEE-un. Paean has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEE).
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- PEE
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Paean pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PEESay this part loudest and longest. 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 paean
American and British speakers say paean in essentially the same way: /ˈpiən/ in the US and /ˈpiːən/ in the UK.
British respelling: PEE-un.
What does paean mean?
- Any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph.
- An enthusiastic expression of praise.
- To sing a paean; to praise.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
Words that rhyme with paean
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of paean.
Questions about saying paean
How do you pronounce paean?
Say PEE-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈpiən/. In British English it is /ˈpiːən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in paean?
Paean has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PEE). Broken into parts: PEE · un.
Do Americans and Brits say paean the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈpiən/ and the British form is /ˈpiːən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.