How to pronounce sepian
Say it like SEE-pee-un. Sepian has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEE).
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- SEE
- pee
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Sepian pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- peeKeep 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 sepian
American and British speakers say sepian in essentially the same way: /ˈsipiən/ in the US and /ˈsiːpiən/ in the UK.
British respelling: SEE-pee-un.
What does sepian mean?
- Of a dark or inky color, often in reference to skin pigmentation.
- Belonging to or pertaining to black Americans or African Americans, who typically have dark pigmentation of the skin.
- A black American or African American.
Where does sepian come from?
From sepia + -n.
Questions about saying sepian
How do you pronounce sepian?
Say SEE-pee-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈsipiən/. In British English it is /ˈsiːpiən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in sepian?
Sepian has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SEE). Broken into parts: SEE · pee · un.
Do Americans and Brits say sepian the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsipiən/ and the British form is /ˈsiːpiən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.