noun

Akita

Akita (noun) means a large, powerfully built dog breed originating in the mountainous northern regions of Japan, known for its dense double coat and curled tail. Example: “Their akita sat calmly by the door, watching every visitor who came in.”

noun

A large, powerfully built dog breed originating in the mountainous northern regions of Japan, known for its dense double coat and curled tail.

"Their akita sat calmly by the door, watching every visitor who came in."

"Akitas are famously loyal, a trait made famous by the story of Hachiko."

How to use Akita

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA big, sturdy Japanese dog breed prized for loyalty and a somewhat independent, watchful temperament.

Common pairings

an akita puppy a Japanese akita train an akita

Word forms

Akitas plural

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Etymology

Named after Akita, a prefecture and city in northern Japan where the breed originated.

Rhymes for Akita

ita vita pita Rita tita Lita Sita Kita Anita Evita Narita capita

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Akita” mean?

The word “Akita” means a large, powerfully built dog breed originating in the mountainous northern regions of Japan, known for its dense double coat and curled tail. In plain terms, a big, sturdy Japanese dog breed prized for loyalty and a somewhat independent, watchful temperament.

How do you use “Akita” in a sentence?

Here is “Akita” used in a sentence: “Their akita sat calmly by the door, watching every visitor who came in.”

What part of speech is “Akita”?

“Akita” is a noun.

What is the meaning of Akita?

"Akita" (noun) means a large, powerfully built dog breed originating in the mountainous northern regions of Japan, known for its dense double coat and curled tail.