Clematis

[Plocket]

Should this be pronounced "clem-ay-tis" or "clem-ah-tis"?

[Thunderbird+]

Hi Plocket, I think either is acceptable but my book of 'plant names simplified pronounces it this way-
"klem-a tis" Hope that answers your question. Tbird+

[Plocket]

Thanks Tbird - I've always pronounced it clem-ay-tis, but never hear anyone else say it that way!

[RATTER15]

I concur!!

[Plocket]

Thanks Ratter!

[bricro1]

I think you can pronounce it "eether" or "eyether"
way!

[Clanad]

At the risk of incurring righteous Anglo derision, here in the U.S. it's pronounced "Klee-matt-iss (as in bath mat)...

[Plocket]

No righteous derision from me Clanad - it's obviously one of those awkward words ;o)

[vivandorron]

I'd compromise and say clemtis. .....Ron

[Plocket]

Cheers Ron! ;o)