To pronounce "iranian", say IR-an-ian — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
iranian
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IR-an-ian
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"iranian" has 3 syllables: ir-an-ian. It rhymes with subterranean and franion, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Iranian" has 3 syllables: ir · an · ian.
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