How to Pronounce Banian

To pronounce "banian", say BAN-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

6

Letters

BAN-ian

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💡 Tip for remembering “banian”

"banian" has 2 syllables: ban-ian. It rhymes with subterranean and franion, if that helps it stick.

What does banian mean?

noun

  1. An Indian trader, merchant, cashier, or money changer.
  2. A tropical Indian fig tree, Ficus benghalensis, that has many aerial roots.

Synonyms

banyan tree

Words that rhyme with banian

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

subterraneanfranionpomeranianghanianalbanianarslanianaslanianbahrainian

Related words

banyanbanyansraphiaguanalungis

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "banian"?▾

"Banian" has 2 syllables: ban · ian.

What does "banian" mean?▾

Banian: An Indian trader, merchant, cashier, or money changer.

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