How to Pronounce Assyrian

To pronounce "assyrian", say ASSYR-ian — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

ASSYR-ian

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💡 Tip for remembering “assyrian”

"assyrian" has 2 syllables: assyr-ian. It rhymes with criterion and virion, if that helps it stick.

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Words that rhyme with assyrian

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criterionvirionderderianalgerianberberianbiospherian

Related words

assyriasyriacnineviteneo-assyrianakkadianmesopotamianbabylonianchaldean

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How many syllables are in "assyrian"?▾

"Assyrian" has 2 syllables: assyr · ian.

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