Pronunciation of 'Melaleuca'
The word 'Melaleuca' refers to a genus of plants commonly known as paperbarks, tea trees, or honey myrtles. It originates from the Greek words 'melas' (black) and 'leukos' (white), describing the contrasting colors of its bark. In English (en-US), it is pronounced as 'mel-uh-LOO-kuh'.
The word 'Melaleuca' originates from Greek, combining 'melas' (black) and 'leukos' (white), referring to the bark's appearance.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of plants in the myrtle family, known for species like tea trees and paperbarks.
Pronounced as 'mel-uh-LOO-kuh', with stress on the second syllable. 'Mel' as in 'melody', 'uh' as a schwa sound, 'loo' as in 'loop', and 'kuh' as in 'cup'.
Ελληνικά (Greek)
Derived from Greek words 'melas' (black) and 'leukos' (white), referring to the bark's contrasting colors.
Pronounced as 'mɛla-LEU-ka', with stress on the second syllable. 'Mɛla' as in 'melancholy', 'leu' as in 'leukemia', and 'ka' as in 'cat'.