word
Japanese
Food
sake
SAH-keh
ˈsɑːkeɪListen
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Syllable breakdown
sake
Dictionary meaning
A Japanese alcoholic drink made from fermented rice; the national drink of Japan; brewed through a process more similar to beer brewing than wine-making, though often called 'rice wine'.
History and origin
Japanese — sake (rice wine).
Common mispronunciations
SAY-keeSAHK
Pronunciation tips
Two syllables: SAH-keh; not one syllable like the English word 'sake' (meaning purpose).
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