Pronunciation of 'Calceolaria'
The word 'Calceolaria' refers to a genus of plants commonly known as 'pocketbook plants' or 'slipper flowers.' It is pronounced as 'kal-see-oh-LAIR-ee-uh' in English.
The word 'Calceolaria' originates from Latin, derived from 'calceolus,' meaning 'little shoe,' referring to the shape of the flower.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of plants in the family Calceolariaceae, known for their unique pouch-like flowers.
Pronounced as 'kal-see-oh-LAIR-ee-uh.' 'Kal' as in 'calcium,' 'see' as in 'see,' 'oh' as in 'oh,' 'LAIR' with stress, and 'ee-uh' as in 'area.'
Latin
Derived from 'calceolus,' meaning 'little shoe,' referring to the shape of the flower.
Pronounced as 'kal-ke-oh-LAH-ree-ah.' 'Kal' as in 'calcium,' 'ke' as in 'kettle,' 'oh' as in 'oh,' 'LAH' with stress, and 'ree-ah' as in 'Maria.'