Pronunciation of 'Crassulaceae'
The word 'Crassulaceae' refers to a family of succulent plants commonly known as the stonecrop family. It is pronounced as 'kræˈsuːləˌsiː' in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The term 'Crassulaceae' originates from the Latin word 'crassus,' meaning 'thick,' referring to the thick, fleshy leaves of plants in this family.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A family of succulent plants characterized by their thick, fleshy leaves, including genera like Crassula, Sedum, and Kalanchoe.
Pronounced as 'kræ-SOO-luh-see,' with stress on the second syllable. 'kræ' as in 'crass,' 'suː' as in 'soo,' 'lə' as in 'luh,' and 'siː' as in 'see.'