How to Pronounce "phylloxera"
word
fɪˈlɒksəɹə
fi-LOK-suh-ruh
fɪˈlɒksəɹə
fi-LOK-suh-ruh
Definition
Phylloxera is a tiny insect that attacks grapevine roots and leaves, often destroying vineyards and causing serious damage to grape production.
IPA Transcription
American English
fɪˈlɒksəɹə
British English
fɪˈlɒksəɹə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fi-LOK-suh-ruh
UK
fi-LOK-suh-ruh
Listen in Context
Phylloxera destroyed many vineyards in Europe in the 19th century.
Grapevines are often treated to prevent phylloxera.
Phylloxera mainly attacks the roots of grape plants.
After the phylloxera epidemic, French winemakers had to graft their vines onto resistant roots.