Pronunciation of 'Pachypodium'
The word 'Pachypodium' originates from Greek and refers to a genus of succulent plants known for their thick stems and spiny appearance. It is pronounced as 'pak-ee-POH-dee-um' in English.
The word 'Pachypodium' is derived from the Greek words 'pachys' meaning 'thick' and 'podium' meaning 'foot', referring to the thick, swollen base of the plant.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of succulent plants native to Africa, known for their thick, spiny stems and often used as ornamental plants.
Pronounced as 'pak-ee-POH-dee-um'. 'Pak' as in 'pack', 'ee' as in 'see', 'POH' with stress, and 'dee-um' as 'dee-uhm'.
Ελληνικά (Greek)
Derived from the Greek words 'pachys' (thick) and 'podium' (foot), referring to the plant's thick base.
Pronounced as 'PA-kee-PO-thee-om'. 'Pa' as in 'pah', 'kee' as in 'key', 'PO' with stress, 'thee' as in 'thee', and 'om' as 'awm'.