How to Pronounce "nightshade"
word
ˈnaɪˌtʃeɪd
NYT-shayd
nˈaɪtʃeɪd
NYT-shayd
Definition
Nightshade refers to plants in the Solanaceae family, which includes both edible species like tomatoes and potatoes, and poisonous ones like belladonna.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnaɪˌtʃeɪd
British English
nˈaɪtʃeɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NYT-shayd
UK
NYT-shayd
Listen in Context
Some nightshade plants, like tomatoes, are safe to eat.
Belladonna is a poisonous nightshade.
Potatoes belong to the nightshade family.
Some people avoid nightshade vegetables because of allergies.