Pronunciation: /əˈtʃiːrə/

Definitions of achira

noun a type of tropical plant with edible roots

Example Sentences

A1 Achira is a type of root vegetable.

A2 In some South American countries, achira is used to make flour for baking.

B1 The achira plant can grow up to six feet tall.

B2 Achira has a starchy texture and is often used in traditional dishes.

C1 Researchers have found that achira has potential health benefits due to its high fiber content.

C2 The cultivation of achira has been practiced for centuries in the Andes region.

Examples of achira in a Sentence

formal Achira is a type of perennial plant that is commonly found in South America.

informal I tried cooking achira for the first time last night, and it was surprisingly delicious.

slang Hey, do you want to grab some achira chips from the store on our way home?

figurative The achira of knowledge blooms in the garden of experience.

Grammatical Forms of achira

past tense

achired

plural

achiras

comparative

more achira

superlative

most achira

present tense

achira

future tense

will achira

perfect tense

have achira

continuous tense

am achiring

singular

achira

positive degree

achira

infinitive

to achira

gerund

achiring

participle

achired

Origin and Evolution of achira

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Quechua
Story behind the word: The word 'achira' originates from the Quechua language spoken by indigenous peoples in the Andean region of South America.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to refer to a type of plant, 'achira' has evolved to also describe a starchy root vegetable that is a staple food in many Andean cultures.