How To Spell areca?
How to Pronounce areca?
Correct pronunciation for the word "areca" is [ˈaɹɛkə], [ˈaɹɛkə], [ˈa_ɹ_ɛ_k_ə].
"Areca" in context
Areca is a type of palm tree found mainly in the tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia. The areca tree has a straight trunk and grows up to 20 metres in height. Its leaves are large and fan-shaped and its fruits are known as areca nuts. The nuts, which are about the size of an olive, are often chewed as a stimulant. The areca palm is also known as the betel palm, as it is the main ingredient of betel quids which are popular in many parts of Asia.
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