aka

Meanings

• Noun

  An alternative or nickname for a person or thing

  - "His aka among friends is 'Big Al'"
  - "The rapper's real name is Jay-Z, but his aka is 'Jigga' or 'Hova'"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with aka
makes , akes , shakes

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Variants

List of all variants of aka that leads to same result
aka

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Derived from the Yoruba language, meaning 'greetings' or 'acknowledgement'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'aka' is also used in scientific research to refer to a known species or taxon

2. In some cultures, aka is used as a title of respect for elders or spiritual leaders

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Alias: An alternative name or identity

2. Nickname: A name given to a person as a term of affection or familiarity

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In various cultures, aka can represent a sign of respect or familiarity. In literature, aka is often used to refer to pseudonyms or alias of characters.

How to Memorize "aka"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person introducing themselves with their aka name

2. associate
   

   - Associate the meaning 'alternative name' or 'nickname' with aka

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'A-K-A' to remember 'Alternative-Known-As'

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