Pronunciation of 'Leonotis'
The word 'Leonotis' is a genus of plants in the mint family, Lamiaceae, native to Africa and southern Asia. The name is derived from Greek, meaning 'lion's ear,' referring to the shape of the flowers. Below are the pronunciations and meanings in English.
Word Origin
Derived from Greek 'leon' (lion) and 'otis' (ear), referring to the flower's shape.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of flowering plants in the mint family, commonly known as 'lion's ear.'
Pronounced as 'lee-ON-uh-tis,' with stress on the second syllable. 'Lee' as in 'leap,' 'on' as in 'on,' and 'tis' as in 'this.'
Alternative pronunciation of the genus name 'Leonotis.'
Pronounced as 'lee-uh-NOH-tis,' with stress on the third syllable. 'Lee' as in 'leap,' 'uh' as in 'sofa,' 'noh' as in 'no,' and 'tis' as in 'this.'