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How do you spell Sake?

Correct spelling

sake

Remember: sake ends in -e, not -i (saki is a monkey!)

Why is sake spelled this way?

From Japanese sake, meaning alcoholic beverage generally. SA-KE. Two syllables in Japanese (sah-keh), though English speakers often say 'sah-kee'. Not 'saki' — that is a different word (a type of monkey).

Common misspellings of sake

sakisakésakee

Example

We warmed the sake in a traditional ceramic flask before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell sake?+
The correct spelling is "sake". Remember: sake ends in -e, not -i (saki is a monkey!)
Is it saki or sake?+
The correct spelling is "sake", not "saki".

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