Açaí Palm

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Pronunciation: /əˌsaɪ ˈpɑːm/

Definitions of açaí palm

noun A type of palm tree native to Central and South America, known for its small, dark purple berries called açaí berries.

Example Sentences

A1 The açaí palm tree produces small, purple berries that are popular in smoothie bowls.

A2 In Brazil, the açaí palm is commonly found in the Amazon rainforest.

B1 Harvesting açaí berries from the palm tree requires skill and precision.

B2 The sustainable cultivation of açaí palms is essential for preserving the biodiversity of the rainforest.

C1 Researchers are studying the genetic diversity of açaí palms to improve crop yields and disease resistance.

C2 The cultivation of açaí palms has become a lucrative industry, providing economic opportunities for local communities in the Amazon region.

Examples of açaí palm in a Sentence

formal The açaí palm is a species of palm tree native to the Amazon rainforest.

informal I tried a delicious açaí bowl made from the fruit of the açaí palm.

slang Let's grab some açaí bowls from that new place that uses açaí palm in their recipes.

figurative The açaí palm symbolizes the rich biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest.

Grammatical Forms of açaí palm

past tense

harvested

plural

açaí palms

comparative

more açaí palm

superlative

most açaí palm

present tense

harvests

future tense

will harvest

perfect tense

has harvested

continuous tense

is harvesting

singular

açaí palm

positive degree

very açaí palm

infinitive

to harvest

gerund

harvesting

participle

harvested

Origin and Evolution of açaí palm

First Known Use: 1769 year
Language of Origin: Tupian
Story behind the word: The word 'açaí palm' originates from the Tupian language, specifically from the word 'ïwasa'i' in the Old Tupi language.
Evolution of the word: The word 'açaí palm' has remained relatively unchanged in terms of its usage and meaning since its first known use in 1769.