How to Pronounce Valerian

To pronounce "valerian", say VAL-er-ian — 3 syllables, IPA /vəˈlɪəɹɪən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/vəˈlɪəɹɪən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “valerian”

"valerian" has 3 syllables: val-er-ian. It rhymes with criterion and virion, if that helps it stick.

What does valerian mean?

noun

  1. A hardy perennial flowering plant, Valeriana officinalis, with heads of sweetly scented pink or white flowers.
  2. More generally, any plant of the genus Valeriana.

Synonyms

allhealcat thyme

Words that rhyme with valerian

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

criterionvirionderderianalgerianassyrianberberianbiospherian

Related words

valerianusvalentiniangallienusdiocletianvespasianbibulusduiliustacitus

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "valerian"?▾

"Valerian" has 3 syllables: val · er · ian.

What is the IPA transcription of "valerian"?▾

The IPA transcription of "valerian" is /vəˈlɪəɹɪən/.

What does "valerian" mean?▾

Valerian: A hardy perennial flowering plant, Valeriana officinalis, with heads of sweetly scented pink or white flowers.

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