word
eucalyptus
yoo-kah-LIP-tus
ˌjuːkəˈlɪptəsListen
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Syllable breakdown
eucalyptus
Dictionary meaning
A genus of flowering trees and shrubs in the myrtle family, native to Australia; known for their aromatic oil, rapid growth, and importance as food for koalas; over 700 species.
History and origin
Greek — eu (well) + kalyptos (covered) — referring to the operculum that covers the stamens.
Common mispronunciations
YOO-kah-lip-tuseu-CAL-ip-tus
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