How Do You Spell LUCAMA?

Pronunciation: [luːkˈɑːmə] (IPA)

Lucama is a town in North Carolina, USA. Its name is pronounced /luːˈkɑːmə/, using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) transcription. The "u" in "Lucama" is pronounced like "oo" in "loot", while the first "a" is pronounced like "ah" in "father". The final "a" is pronounced like "uh" in "comma". The correct spelling of Lucama helps people to properly pronounce and locate the town. There are many tools available online to learn and practice IPA transcription.

LUCAMA Meaning and Definition

  1. Lucama is a noun that refers to a tropical fruit tree of the Sapotaceae family, native to South America and widely cultivated in various regions for its sweet and aromatic fruit. The term also encompasses the edible fruit borne by this tree. Scientifically known as Pouteria caimito, the lucama tree typically grows up to 20 meters in height and features elliptical leaves and small, inconspicuous flowers that develop into the lucama fruit.

    The lucama fruit is characterized by its large size, round shape, and a smooth, greenish-yellow outer skin when unripe, which turns dull yellow and develops a wrinkled appearance as it ripens. The flesh of the lucama is custard-like, with a pale ivory color and sweet, aromatic flavor that is often likened to a combination of caramel and sweet potato. It is enjoyed both raw and cooked, commonly used in a variety of culinary applications such as desserts, ice creams, smoothies, and baked goods.

    Due to its delicious taste, lucama has gained popularity as an ingredient in various culinary traditions, particularly in South America. It is known for its richness in important nutrients such as vitamin C, niacin, calcium, and iron, making it a nutritious addition to one's diet. The lucama fruit is often sought after for its unique flavor profile and versatility in the culinary world, making it a prized delicacy among fruit enthusiasts and individuals looking to diversify their palate.

Common Misspellings for LUCAMA

  • kucama
  • pucama
  • lycama
  • lhcama
  • ljcama
  • licama
  • l8cama
  • l7cama
  • luxama
  • luvama
  • lufama
  • ludama
  • luczma
  • lucsma
  • lucamz
  • lucams
  • lucamw
  • lucamq
  • klucama
  • lkucama

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