“Raki” or “Rocky”—Which to use?

“Raki” or “Rocky”

Overview

raki / rocky are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

raki: NA

rocky: (adjective) abounding in rocks or stones. (adjective) liable to rock. (adjective) full of hardship or trials.

Pronunciation

raki: NA

rocky: r·AA·k·iy

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Examples in Context

Examples of “raki”

Kumovie raki (Cumacea) antarkticeskloi Oblasti.
Mysidi, Kumatei i Eufauzieveie raki (Mysidacea, Cumacea et Euphausiacea) po…
Kumovie raki (Cumacea) antarkticeskoi oblasti.
Otriad kumovie raki (Cumacea).

Examples of “rocky”

…bark; however, in the Colorado Rocky Mountains, it is one of…
Category:People from Rocky Hill, Connecticut
…was born Arnold D'Angelo in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, and was raised…
Rocky
Danelectro Rocky Road.
Rocky Johnson - professional wrestler
Category:Sportspeople from Rocky Mount, North Carolina
The rocky seabed is the most easterly…
…of Gasoline Alley (1951) as 'Rocky' Bobbie (uncredited)
…East Partnership for Children in Rocky Mount and the Class A-Advanced…

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