Pronunciation of 'Melaleuca'
The word 'Melaleuca' is pronounced as /ˌmɛləˈluːkə/ or /ˌmɛləˈljuːkə/ in English. It refers to a genus of plants in the myrtle family, known for their essential oils and medicinal properties.
The word 'Melaleuca' originates from the Greek words 'melas' (black) and 'leukos' (white), referring to the contrasting colors of the bark and leaves of some species.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of plants in the myrtle family, often referred to as tea trees, known for their essential oils.
Pronounced as 'mel-uh-LOO-kuh', with stress on the second syllable. 'Mel' as in 'melon', 'uh' as in 'sofa', 'loo' as in 'loop', and 'kuh' as in 'cut'.
A genus of plants in the myrtle family, often referred to as tea trees, known for their essential oils.
Pronounced as 'mel-uh-LYOO-kuh', with stress on the second syllable. 'Mel' as in 'melon', 'uh' as in 'sofa', 'lyoo' as in 'you', and 'kuh' as in 'cut'.