How Do You Spell AKEE?

Pronunciation: [ˈakiː] (IPA)

The word "akee" is spelled with two "e's" at the end, which can be confusing for those who are not familiar with the word. The correct pronunciation of "akee" is /əˈkiː/ (uh-kee) with stress placed on the second syllable. This word is often used to describe a tropical fruit native to West Africa, which is now widely grown in Jamaica and other Caribbean countries. Its unique taste and nutritional qualities make it a popular ingredient in Jamaican dishes such as ackee and saltfish.

AKEE Meaning and Definition

1. Akee, also known as Blighia sapida, is a type of fruit that belongs to the soapberry family, Sapindaceae. Native to West Africa, it is widely cultivated across tropical regions for its edible fruit. Akee is a medium-sized tropical tree that can reach heights of up to 20 meters (65 feet). It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces clusters of bright red or yellow fruit.

   The akee fruit is the most notable part of the tree. It is a pear-shaped berry with a tough, leathery skin that turns yellow or orange when ripe. Inside, the fruit contains three to five large, shiny black seeds encased in sweet, creamy, and mildly tart flesh. The flesh has a distinctively buttery texture and a flavor that has been compared to the taste of scrambled eggs or avocado.

   Although akee is considered a highly nutritious and delicious fruit, it must be handled with caution due to the potential toxicity of its unripe fruit and seeds. Ideally, akee fruit should only be consumed once it has fully ripened and opened naturally on the tree. Eating unripe fruit or improperly prepared akee can lead to a condition known as "Jamaican vomiting sickness," which can cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and hypoglycemia.

   Akee has become an important part of Caribbean cuisine, particularly in Jamaica, where it is a key ingredient in the popular dish "ackee and saltfish." It is often cooked in various savory dishes, stir-fried, or made into a spicy sauce. Akee is also known for its use in traditional medicine, where it is believed to possess various healing properties.

Common Misspellings for AKEE

• zkee
• wkee
• qkee
• ajee
• alee
• aoee
• akwe
• ak4e
• ak3e
• akew
• ake4
• ake3
• zakee
• azkee
• sakee
• wakee
• awkee
• qakee
• kaee
• aeke

Etymology of AKEE

The word "akee" is derived from the West African Akan language, specifically from the Twi dialect. In Twi, the fruit is known as "ɛkɛ". When the fruit was introduced to the Caribbean from West Africa, it retained a similar pronunciation but began to be spelled and referred to as "akee". The word eventually became associated with the fruit itself, which is now commonly known as "akee" in English-speaking countries such as Jamaica, where it is a significant part of the local cuisine.

Similar spelling words for AKEE

• ak,
• akha,
• awake,
• ackee,
• akey,
• Ake,
• akka,
• Aki,
• akko,
• aku.

Plural form of AKEE is AKEES