The word "Cillian" is pronounced as /ˈsɪlɪən/ in British English and /ˈsɪliən/ in American English. Here's how to accurately pronounce it:

1. Start by making the "s" sound with your lips slightly open: /s/.
2. Quickly move to the "ih" sound by pulling your tongue back and raising the front part of it slightly: /ɪ/.
3. Then, move on to the "l" sound by placing the tip of your tongue against the roof of your mouth: /l/.
4. Finally, make the "y" sound by rounding your lips and slightly parting them: /jən/.

Overall, the word should sound like "SIL-ee-an" in British English and "SIL-ee-uhn" in American English.

Note: The "i" in "Cillian" is often mistaken for an "ee" sound, but it should be pronounced as a short "ih" sound as in the word "ill".

Practice these steps and try to listen to native speakers saying the word to improve your pronunciation. Keep in mind, a good way to improve your pronunciation is to listen and mimic native speakers. Keep practicing and you'll get it right!

Cillian refers to a masculine given name of Irish origin, meaning "warrior" or "church."

Example 1: "Cillian Murphy is an acclaimed Irish actor known for his roles in Inception and Peaky Blinders."
Example 2: "Many Irish parents choose to name their sons Cillian in honor of their heritage."