Pronunciation of 'Solanaceae'
The word 'Solanaceae' refers to a family of flowering plants commonly known as the nightshade family. It is pronounced as 'soʊləˈneɪsiː' or 'soʊləˈneɪʃiː' in English.
The term 'Solanaceae' originates from the Latin word 'Solanum,' which is the genus name for nightshade plants, combined with the suffix '-aceae,' which is used to denote plant families.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A family of flowering plants that includes species like tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants, and bell peppers.
Pronounced as 'SOH-luh-NAY-see', with stress on the third syllable. 'So' as in 'so,' 'la' as in 'luh,' 'ne' as in 'nay,' and 'ce' as in 'see.'
An alternative pronunciation of the family name, commonly used in English.
Pronounced as 'SOH-luh-NAY-shee,' with stress on the third syllable. 'So' as in 'so,' 'la' as in 'luh,' 'ne' as in 'nay,' and 'ci' as in 'shee.'