Pronunciation of 'Pseudorhipsalis'
The word 'Pseudorhipsalis' refers to a genus of epiphytic cacti native to tropical regions. It is pronounced as 'soo-doh-rip-SAY-lis' in English.
Word Origin
The term 'Pseudorhipsalis' is derived from Greek and Latin roots: 'pseudo-' meaning 'false' and 'Rhipsalis,' which is another genus of cacti.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of epiphytic cacti native to tropical regions.
Pronounced as ‘soo-doh-rip-SAY-lis’, with stress on the third syllable. ‘soo’ as in ‘pseudo’, ‘doh’ as in ‘dough’, ‘rip’ as in ‘rip’, and ‘say-lis’ as in ‘say’ followed by ‘lis’.