Pronunciation of 'Pachypodium'
The word 'Pachypodium' is a botanical term referring to a genus of succulent plants native to Africa. It is pronounced as 'pak-ee-POH-dee-um' in English (en-US).
The word 'Pachypodium' originates from Greek, where 'pachy-' means 'thick' and '-podium' means 'foot', referring to the thick, swollen base of the plant.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of succulent plants native to Africa, known for their thick, swollen stems and often spiny appearance.
Pronounced as 'pak-ee-POH-dee-um', with stress on the second syllable. 'Pak' as in 'pack', 'ee' as in 'see', 'POH' as in 'po', and 'dee-um' as in 'deem'.
Ελληνικά (Greek)
Derived from Greek roots 'pachy-' meaning 'thick' and '-podium' meaning 'foot', referring to the thick base of the plant.
Pronounced as 'paki-PO-thiom', with stress on the second syllable. 'Paki' as in 'pah-kee', 'PO' as in 'po', and 'thiom' as in 'thee-om'.