How to Pronounce "liane"
word
ɫiˈæn
lee-AN
liˈɑːn
lee-AHN
Definition
A liane is a long, woody climbing plant that grows up trees or along the ground, usually found in tropical forests.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɫiˈæn
British English
liˈɑːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
lee-AN
UK
lee-AHN
Listen in Context
The monkey swung from one liane to another.
A liane can grow very long in the jungle.
Explorers used a liane to cross the river.
Thick lianes twisted around the ancient trees, making the forest feel wild and mysterious.