noun

liana

lee-AH-nuh

Liana (noun) means a long, woody vine that climbs up trees, typically found in tropical rainforests. Example: “Thick lianas hung from the rainforest canopy like natural ropes.”

noun

A long, woody vine that climbs up trees, typically found in tropical rainforests.

"Thick lianas hung from the rainforest canopy like natural ropes."

"The explorers hacked through a tangle of lianas to reach the clearing."

How to use liana

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA thick climbing vine found in jungles and rainforests.

Word forms

lianas plural

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Etymology

From French liane, possibly influenced by lien ("link, bond").

Origin: French

Rhymes for liana

ana mana kana Dana nana Cana Rana Tana lana Yana Jana Hana

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Frequently asked questions

What does “liana” mean?

The word “liana” means a long, woody vine that climbs up trees, typically found in tropical rainforests. In plain terms, a thick climbing vine found in jungles and rainforests.

How do you pronounce “liana”?

“Liana” is pronounced lee-AH-nuh (/liːˈɑːnə/ in IPA).

How do you use “liana” in a sentence?

Here is “liana” used in a sentence: “Thick lianas hung from the rainforest canopy like natural ropes.”

What part of speech is “liana”?

“Liana” is a noun.

Where does the word “liana” come from?

The word “liana” comes from French. From French liane, possibly influenced by lien ("link, bond").