Marian
pronunciation
How to pronounce Marian in British English:
UK [ˈmeəriən]
How to pronounce Marian in American English:
US [ˈmeriən]
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- Adjective:
- of or relating to or venerating the Virgin Mary
Word Origin
- Marian (adj.)
- "of Mary," 1701, referring to the Virgin; also (c. 1600) in reference to the reign of Mary Queen of England (1553-58); and (1902) to Mary Queen of Scots (1542-1587).
- Marian
- fem. proper name, collateral form of Marion, a diminutive of French Marie (see Mary), but often taken for a compound of Mary and Anne.
Example
- 1. Marian merritt is the company 's internet safety advocate .
- 2. Marian anderson received many honors and awards during her life .
- 3. Marian fontana has been a writer and performer for the past 20 years .
- 4. Marian learned to sing classical music -- the songs of the great european composers .
- 5. Marian anderson grew to love opera , because it joined singing and acting .