Pronunciation of 'Echinocereus'
The word 'Echinocereus' refers to a genus of cacti native to North and Central America. It is pronounced as 'ɛˌkaɪnoʊˈsɪəriəs' in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The word 'Echinocereus' originates from Greek and Latin. 'Echino-' comes from the Greek word 'ekhinos,' meaning 'hedgehog' or 'spiny,' and '-cereus' is derived from Latin, meaning 'wax candle,' often used to refer to cacti.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of cacti known for their spiny stems and colorful flowers, native to North and Central America.
Pronounced as 'eh-KAI-noh-SIR-ee-uhs.' 'Eh' as in 'bet,' 'kai' rhymes with 'eye,' 'noh' as in 'no,' 'sir' as in 'sir,' and 'ee-uhs' with a soft 'ee' and 'uhs.'