Pronunciation of 'Pelargonium'
Pelargonium is a genus of flowering plants commonly known as geraniums. The pronunciation in English (en-US) is provided below.
Word Origin
The word 'Pelargonium' originates from the Greek word 'pelargos,' meaning 'stork,' due to the shape of the seed capsule resembling a stork's beak.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A genus of flowering plants commonly referred to as geraniums, often grown for their colorful flowers and aromatic leaves.
Pronounced as 'pel-ar-GOH-nee-um,' with stress on the third syllable. 'Pel' as in 'pen,' 'ar' as in 'are,' 'go' as in 'go,' 'nee' as in 'knee,' and 'um' as in 'um.'