Pronunciation of 'Monstera'
The word 'Monstera' refers to a genus of tropical plants known for their unique, perforated leaves. It is pronounced as 'mɒnˈstɪərə' in English. The name originates from Latin, meaning 'monstrous' or 'abnormal', likely referring to the plant's unusual leaf structure.
Latin, derived from 'monstrum', meaning 'monstrous' or 'abnormal'.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of tropical plants, commonly known as 'Swiss cheese plants', famous for their perforated leaves.
Pronounced as 'mon-STEER-uh'. 'Mon' as in 'monitor', 'steer' as in 'steering wheel', and 'uh' as in 'sofa'.
Español (España)
Un género de plantas tropicales, conocidas como 'planta del queso suizo', famosas por sus hojas perforadas.
Se pronuncia como 'mon-STEH-rah'. 'Mon' como en 'montaña', 'steh' como en 'esté', y 'rah' como en 'rápido'.
Français (France)
Un genre de plantes tropicales, connu pour ses feuilles perforées, souvent appelé 'plante fromage suisse'.
Se prononce comme 'mon-STÉ-rah'. 'Mon' comme en 'montagne', 'sté' comme en 'stéréo', et 'rah' comme en 'rat'.