word
chrysanthemum
krih-SAN-theh-mum
krɪˈsænθɪməmListen
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Syllable breakdown
chrysanthemum
Dictionary meaning
A genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to Asia and northeastern Europe; one of the most popular ornamental plants, the national flower of Japan, and a symbol of longevity.
History and origin
Greek — chrysos (gold) + anthemon (flower).
Common mispronunciations
KRIH-san-the-mumkrih-SAN-theh-mum
Pronunciation tips
Often shortened informally to 'mum' (or 'mom' in American English).
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