How to Pronounce Canadian

To pronounce "canadian", say CAN-ad-ian — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

CAN-ad-ian

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💡 Tip for remembering “canadian”

"canadian" has 3 syllables: can-ad-ian. It rhymes with circadian and radian, if that helps it stick.

Words that rhyme with canadian

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circadianradianakkadianarcadianbadianchadianhadean

Related words

canadianacanadienscanadacanadiencdnactottawacana

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "canadian"?▾

"Canadian" has 3 syllables: can · ad · ian.

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