How Do You Spell AQUA VITAE?

Pronunciation: [ˈakwə vˈɪtiː] (IPA)

The spelling of "aqua vitae" might look unfamiliar, but it's simply a Latin term meaning "water of life." In IPA phonetic transcription, it can be written as /ˌækwə ˈvaɪti/, broken down into individual sounds: "ack-wuh" for "aqua," and "vahy-tee" for "vitae." This term refers to distilled alcoholic beverages historically used as remedies, but now commonly associated with spirits like brandy or whisky. So, next time you order a drink, impress your bartender by referring to it as "aqua vitae."

AQUA VITAE Meaning and Definition

1. Water of life; brandy or other spirit.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of AQUA VITAE

The word "aqua vitae" has its roots in Latin. "Aqua" means "water", and "vitae" means "of life". Therefore, the literal translation of "aqua vitae" is "water of life". This term was originally used to refer to a type of strong alcoholic beverage or distillate. The concept of "aqua vitae" can be traced back to medieval alchemy and the belief that such a drink possessed life-restoring properties. Over time, the term came to be associated with various spirits and liqueurs, often used to describe distilled alcoholic beverages.

Similar spelling word for AQUA VITAE

• aquavit.

Plural form of AQUA VITAE is AQUAS VITAE