Pronunciation of 'Plumbago'
The word 'plumbago' has its origins in Latin and is used in English to refer to either a type of flowering plant or graphite. The pronunciation in English is /plʌmˈbeɪɡoʊ/ or /ˌplʌmˈbæɡoʊ/, depending on the context.
Word Origin
The word 'plumbago' originates from Latin 'plumbum,' meaning 'lead,' due to the lead-like appearance of graphite or the historical use of graphite in pencils.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
Refers to a genus of flowering plants, commonly known as leadworts.
Pronounced as 'plum-BAY-go,' with stress on the second syllable. 'Plum' as in 'plum,' 'bay' as in 'bay,' and 'go' as in 'go.'
Refers to graphite, a form of carbon used in pencils.
Pronounced as 'plum-BAG-go,' with stress on the second syllable. 'Plum' as in 'plum,' 'bag' as in 'bag,' and 'go' as in 'go.'