Pronunciation of 'Echinocereus'
The word 'Echinocereus' refers to a genus of cacti native to North America, known for their colorful flowers and spiny stems. Pronounced as 'eh-KAI-noh-SEER-ee-us' in English.
Word Origin
The word 'Echinocereus' originates from Greek and Latin. 'Echino-' comes from the Greek word 'echinos,' meaning 'spiny' or 'hedgehog,' and '-cereus' is Latin for 'wax candle,' often used to describe cacti.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of cacti native to North America, characterized by colorful flowers and spiny stems.
Pronounced as 'eh-KAI-noh-SEER-ee-us.' 'Eh' as in 'echo,' 'kai' as in 'kite,' 'noh' as in 'no,' 'seer' as in 'seer,' and 'ee-us' as in 'serious.'