How to Pronounce Sienna

To pronounce "sienna", say SIENN-a — 2 syllables, IPA /siˈɛnə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/siˈɛnə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sienna”

"sienna" has 2 syllables: sienn-a. It rhymes with antenna and modena, if that helps it stick.

What does sienna mean?

noun

  1. A form of clay containing iron and manganese.
  2. A pigment with a reddish-brown colour.

adjective

  1. Having a reddish-brown colour.

Synonyms

raw sienna

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Words that rhyme with sienna

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antennamodenabenescenahennafrenaplenaquena

Related words

ultramarinewallnancysienaauxerrealmeriaumbersenaite

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sienna"?▾

"Sienna" has 2 syllables: sienn · a.

What is the IPA transcription of "sienna"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sienna" is /siˈɛnə/.

What does "sienna" mean?▾

Sienna: A form of clay containing iron and manganese.

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