How to Pronounce Akvavit

To pronounce "akvavit", say AKV-av-it — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

AKV-av-it

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"akvavit" has 3 syllables: akv-av-it.

What does akvavit mean?

noun

  1. A Scandinavian liquor that is about 40% alcohol by volume; distilled from potato or grain mash and flavored with caraway seeds, anise, fennel, dill and other spices and herbs, depending on variety.

Synonyms

akvavit

Related words

aquavitaqvavitvodkivodkakvasquaskvassslivowitz

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How many syllables are in "akvavit"?▾

"Akvavit" has 3 syllables: akv · av · it.

What does "akvavit" mean?▾

Akvavit: A Scandinavian liquor that is about 40% alcohol by volume; distilled from potato or grain mash and flavored with caraway seeds, anise, fennel, dill and other spices and herbs, depending on variety.

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