5 letter words starting with BEN

Parts of Speech

Benes is a noun.

Definitions

Benes refer to small edible seeds produced by certain types of beans.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈbēnz/

UK: /ˈbiːnz/

Origin and Usage

The word "benes" originated from Middle English "benes" which means "beans". It has been used for centuries to refer to the small, edible seeds that are produced by certain types of beans, such as kidney beans, navy beans, and lima beans. Benes are commonly used in soups, stews, and salads, and are a good source of protein and fiber.

Synonyms

Beans, legumes, pulses

Related Words

Beans, peas, lent

Example Sentences

• She added some benes to the soup for extra protein.
• The salad was topped with a handful of fresh benes.
• He planted a row of beans in his garden, hoping for a good harvest of benes.

Benne

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definitions:

• A tropical herbaceous plant of the sesame family, grown for its seeds, which are used for food and oil.
• The seeds of the benne plant, also known as sesame seeds.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈbɛni/
• UK: /ˈbɛni/

Origin and Usage:

The word "benne" is derived from the Bantu language of West Africa. It was brought to the United States during the slave trade and has been cultivated in the southern United States since the 17th century. Benne seeds are commonly used in Southern cuisine, particularly in dishes such as benne wafers and benne chicken.

Synonyms:

• Sesame seeds

Related Words:

• Sesam
• Seeds

Example Sentences:

• The benne plant is native to West Africa.
• Benne seeds are a common ingredient in Southern cuisine.
• She sprinkled some benne seeds on top of the salad for added crunch.

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Adjective

Definitions:

• (of an object or material) capable of being bent or flexed; pliable
• (of a person or part of the body) supple and able to be bent easily

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈbɛndi/
• UK: /ˈbɛndi/

Origin and Usage:

The word "bendy" is derived from the verb "bend". It is commonly used to describe objects or materials that are capable of being bent or flexed, such as a bendy straw. It can also be used to describe a person or part of the body that is supple and able to be bent easily, such as a bendy gymnast.

Synonyms:

• flexible
• pliable
• supple

Related Words:

• bends
• bends
• bison
• bites
• blaze

Example Sentences:

• The bendy straw was perfect for the childs drink.
• The gymnasts bendy body allowed her to perform amazing feats of flexibility.

Parts of Speech:

Bench is a noun and a verb.

Definitions:

As a noun, bench refers to a long seat for several people, typically made of wood or stone. It can also refer to a worktable used by a carpenter or other craftsman. As a verb, bench means to remove someone from a sports team, typically for poor performance.

Pronunciations:

US: /bɛn(t)ʃ/

UK: /bɛn(t)ʃ/

Origin and Usage:

The word bench comes from the Old English word "benc" which means "long seat." It has been used since the 14th century to refer to a long seat for several people. The verb form of bench, meaning to remove someone from a sports team, has been in use since the early 20th century.

Synonyms:

As a noun, bench can be synonymous with seat, pew, or stool. As a verb, bench can be synonymous with drop, cut, or sideline.

Related Words:

As a noun, bench is related to chair, stool, and couch. As a verb, bench is related to drop and cut.

Example Sentences:

• She sat on the bench and watched the ducks swim in the pond.
• The carpenter worked at his bench, shaping the wood with his tools.
• The coach decided to bench the player for the next game.