ara: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “ara” mean?
A large, brightly colored parrot native to Central and South America, known for its long tail and loud call.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A large, brightly colored parrot native to Central and South America, known for its long tail and loud call.
Any of several species of large, long-tailed parrots in the genus Ara, often kept as exotic pets. Can also refer to the sound of their distinctive call.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in meaning or usage. The word is equally specialized in both varieties.
Connotations
Evokes images of tropical rainforests, exotic pets, and conservation efforts.
Frequency
Equally low frequency in both dialects, appearing mainly in specific contexts.
Grammar
How to Use “ara” in a Sentence
The [adjective] ara [verb].Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “ara” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- The ara could be heard calling from the canopy.
American English
- The ara was calling loudly from the treetop.
adverb
British English
- None
American English
- None
adjective
British English
- The ara feathers were used in traditional headdresses.
American English
- They admired the ara plumage at the zoo.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Rare, except in contexts of exotic pet trade or wildlife tourism.
Academic
Used in zoology, ornithology, and conservation biology papers.
Everyday
Uncommon; used by bird enthusiasts, pet owners, or in discussions about rainforests.
Technical
Standard term in taxonomy (genus Ara) and aviculture.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “ara”
- Misspelling as 'arra' or 'arah'.
- Using it as a general term for any parrot instead of specific large, long-tailed species.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is a low-frequency, specialized term used mainly in zoology and by bird enthusiasts.
In standard English, no. It specifically refers to parrots of the genus Ara. It is also an onomatopoeic representation of their call.
It is pronounced /ˈɑːrə/ in British English and /ˈɑrə/ in American English, with stress on the first syllable.
In common usage, they are synonyms. Technically, 'ara' refers specifically to parrots within the genus Ara, which are a type of macaw.
A large, brightly colored parrot native to Central and South America, known for its long tail and loud call.
Ara is usually specialized/technical in register.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “None”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
ARA sounds like 'ARAh!' – imagine the loud, raucous call of the parrot.
Conceptual Metaphor
VIBRANCY IS COLOR (as in 'the vibrant colors of the ara').
Practice
Quiz
What is an 'ara' primarily?