How to pronounce titian
Say it like TISH-un. Titian has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TISH).
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- TISH
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Titian pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- TISHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of titian
American and British speakers say titian in essentially the same way: /ˈtɪʃən/ in the US and /ˈtɪʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: TISH-un.
What does titian mean?
- A bright auburn color, tinted with gold.
- Of a bright auburn color, tinted with gold, especially in reference to hair.
Where does titian come from?
Named after Titian (Italian Tiziano), the Italian painter who made frequent use of this color.
Words that rhyme with titian
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of titian.
Questions about saying titian
How do you pronounce titian?
Say TISH-un. The American pronunciation is /ˈtɪʃən/. In British English it is /ˈtɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in titian?
Titian has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (TISH). Broken into parts: TISH · un.
Do Americans and Brits say titian the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈtɪʃən/ and the British form is /ˈtɪʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.