How to Pronounce "camellias"
word
kuh-MEE-lee-uhz
kam-EL-ee-uhz
Definition
Camellias are flowering plants with shiny green leaves and large, often pink, white, or red, blooms. They are popular in gardens and can also be used as tea plants.
IPA Transcription
American English
kəˈmiːliəz
British English
kæmˈɛliəz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuh-MEE-lee-uhz
UK
kam-EL-ee-uhz
Listen in Context
The camellias are blooming in the garden.
She planted three camellias last spring.
Red camellias are her favorite flowers.
After the rain, the white camellias looked even brighter.