5 letter words ending in AI

Assai

Part of Speech: Adverb

Definition: To a great extent or degree; very

Pronunciations: US: /əˈsaɪ/; UK: /əˈsaɪ/

Origin and Usage: Assai is an Italian word that means "very." It is often used in music terminology to indicate a very fast tempo, as in "allegro assai" (very fast). The word has been adopted into English and is used to indicate a high degree or intensity of something.

Synonyms: Extremely, exceedingly, highly, very much, greatly

Related Words: Basis, arias, essay, sais, sari

Example Sentences:

1. The concert was assai enjoyable.
2. She was assai impressed by his talent.
3. He worked assai hard to achieve his goals.

shiai

Parts of Speech: noun

Definitions:

1. a Japanese term for a competitive match or contest, especially in martial arts
2. a competitive event, especially in martial arts, in which participants engage in a match or contest

Pronunciations:

• US: /ʃiːˈaɪ/
• UK: /ʃiːˈaɪ/

Origin and Usage:

The term "shiai" originated in Japan and is commonly used in martial arts, specifically in judo and karate. It is also used in other competitive sports in Japan, such as kendo and sumo wrestling. The term has been adopted by English speakers who practice these sports and has become part of the lexicon of martial arts terminology.

Synonyms:

• match
• contest
• competition

Related Words:

• dojo
• kendo
• jitsu
• judo
• karate

Example Sentences:

• He won the shiai with a perfectly executed throw.
• The shiai was intense, with both competitors giving their all.