raki
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Noun — A strong, anise-flavoured spirit popular in Turkey and neighbouring countries.
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How to use raki
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a glass of raki
raki and water
Etymology
From Ottoman Turkish rakı, ultimately from Arabic ʕaraq ("sweat, distilled liquor") — a distant relative of the word "arrack".
Full origin of raki →Frequently asked questions
What does “raki” mean?
The word “raki” means a strong, anise-flavoured spirit popular in Turkey and neighbouring countries. In plain terms, an anise-flavoured Turkish liquor, similar to ouzo.
How do you pronounce “raki”?
“Raki” is pronounced RA-kuh (/ˈɹækə/ in IPA).
How do you use “raki” in a sentence?
Here is “raki” used in a sentence: “They toasted with small glasses of raki before dinner.”
What part of speech is “raki”?
“Raki” is a noun.
Where does the word “raki” come from?
The word “raki” comes from Arabic. From Ottoman Turkish rakı, ultimately from Arabic ʕaraq ("sweat, distilled liquor") — a distant relative of the word "arrack".
