How to Pronounce "lien"
word
ˈɫin
LEEN
lˈiːən
LEE-uhn
Definition
A legal claim on someone’s property, usually as security for a debt that must be paid.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫin
British English
lˈiːən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LEEN
UK
LEE-uhn
Listen in Context
The bank placed a lien on his house until he paid the debt.
A tax lien can be put on your property if you do not pay your taxes.
The company had a lien against its equipment because of unpaid bills.
They couldn’t sell the house until the lien was cleared.