Pronunciation of 'Solanaceae'
The word 'Solanaceae' is pronounced as 'soʊləˈneɪsiː' in English (en-US). It refers to a family of flowering plants commonly known as the nightshade family.
Word Origin
The word 'Solanaceae' originates from New Latin, derived from 'Solanum,' which is the type genus of the family, and the suffix '-aceae,' which denotes a family in botanical nomenclature.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A family of flowering plants that includes species like potatoes, tomatoes, eggplants, and bell peppers, as well as some toxic plants like belladonna.
Pronounced as 'soh-luh-NAY-see,' with stress on the second syllable. 'So' as in 'so,' 'la' as in 'luh,' 'nay' as in 'NAY,' and 'see' as in 'see.'