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.”
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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 notesIn 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
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Word forms
- Plural
- Akitas
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Etymology
Named after Akita, a prefecture and city in northern Japan where the breed originated.
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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.
