How do you pronounce "paean"?

In American English: /ˈpiːən/ (PEE-uhn). In British English: /pˈiːən/ (P-ee). In Canadian English: /ˈpiːən/ (PEE-uhn). In Australian English: /pˈiːən/ (P-ee).

Is "paean" pronounced differently in American and British English?

Yes. In American English it's pronounced /ˈpiːən/ (PEE-uhn), while in British English it's /pˈiːən/ (P-ee).

How to Pronounce "paean"

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paean

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/ˈpiːən/

PEE-uhn

Syllable Breakdown

piːpa·ənean

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