Pronunciation of 'Echinopsis'
The word 'Echinopsis' refers to a genus of cacti native to South America, known for their large, colorful flowers. Pronounced as 'eh-ki-NOP-sis' in English, with stress on the second syllable.
The word 'Echinopsis' originates from Greek, where 'echinos' means 'hedgehog' and 'opsis' means 'appearance', referring to the spiny nature of the cactus.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of cacti native to South America, known for their spiny appearance and vibrant flowers.
Pronounced as 'eh-ki-NOP-sis', with stress on the second syllable. 'Eh' as in 'echo', 'ki' as in 'kit', 'nop' as in 'knob', 'sis' as in 'sister'.
Ελληνικά (Greek)
Derived from Greek words 'echinos' (hedgehog) and 'opsis' (appearance), referring to the spiny look of the cactus.
Pronounced as 'eh-KHEE-nos-psis', with stress on 'nos'. 'Eh' as in 'echo', 'khee' with a soft 'kh' sound, 'nos' as in 'nose', 'psis' as in 'psalm'.