Pronunciation of 'Boraginaceae'
The word 'Boraginaceae' refers to a family of flowering plants commonly known as the borage or forget-me-not family. It is pronounced as 'buh-raj-ih-NAY-see-ee' in English.
Word Origin
The word originates from New Latin, derived from 'Borago,' which is the type genus of this plant family, combined with the suffix '-aceae,' which is used to denote plant families.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A family of flowering plants including borage and forget-me-nots, known for their rough, hairy leaves and often blue flowers.
Pronounced as 'buh-raj-ih-NAY-see-ee.' 'Buh' as in 'but,' 'raj' as in 'raj,' 'ih' as in 'it,' 'NAY' with stress, 'see' as in 'see,' and 'ee' as in 'bee.'