How to Pronounce "athenian"
word
əˈθiniən
uh-THEE-nee-uhn
əˈθiːniən
uh-THEE-nee-uhn
Definition
Relating to Athens, the capital city of Greece, or a person from Athens.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈθiniən
British English
əˈθiːniən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-THEE-nee-uhn
UK
uh-THEE-nee-uhn
Listen in Context
The Athenian city-state was very powerful in ancient Greece.
Socrates was a famous Athenian philosopher.
Many Athenian buildings are still standing today.
She dreamed of living like an Athenian in ancient times, enjoying art and philosophy.