Pronunciation of 'Cotoneaster'
Cotoneaster is pronounced as 'kuh-TOH-nee-as-ter' in English (en-US). It refers to a genus of flowering plants in the rose family, known for their ornamental use and berries.
Word Origin
The word 'Cotoneaster' originates from Latin, combining 'cotoneum' (quince) and the suffix '-aster' (resembling).
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of flowering plants in the rose family, often used ornamentally for their attractive foliage and berries.
Pronounced as 'kuh-TOH-nee-as-ter'. 'kuh' as in 'cut', 'TOH' as in 'toe', 'nee' as in 'knee', and 'as-ter' as in 'aster'.