What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ochro
Example
I love eating ochro in my soup. [ochro: noun]
Example
The ochro was seasoned perfectly and tasted delicious. [ochro: noun]
okra
Example
I like to add okra to my gumbo for extra flavor. [okra: noun]
Example
The okra was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. [okra: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Okra is more commonly used than ochro in everyday language, especially in the United States. However, both words are specific to their respective cuisines and may not be familiar to ESL learners who are not familiar with Caribbean or Southern United States cuisine.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between ochro and okra?
Both ochro and okra are relatively informal words and are more likely to be used in casual conversation or in the context of food and cooking rather than formal writing or speech.
