5 letter words starting with DAN

Dance

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, verb
2. Definitions:
   • Noun: A series of movements and steps that are usually performed to music.
   • Verb: Move rhythmically to music, typically following a set sequence of steps.
3. Pronunciations:
   • US: /dæns/
   • UK: /dɑːns/
4. Origin and Usage:
   • The word "dance" originated from the Middle English word "dauncen" which means "to move rhythmically to music." It has been used since the 14th century.
   • Dancing has been a part of human culture for thousands of years and has been used for various purposes such as religious rituals, social events, and entertainment.
5. Synonyms:
   • Noun: Ball, party, celebration, festivity.
   • Verb: Move, sway, groove, jig, skip.
6. Related Words:
   • Music, rhythm, beat, steps, salsa.
7. Example Sentences:
   • The couple danced to their favorite song.
   • She took dance lessons to improve her skills.
   • The party was filled with music and dance.
   • He danced around the room in excitement.

Parts of Speech:

Noun, adjective

Definitions:

• (noun) a man who is excessively concerned with his clothes and appearance
• (adjective) excellent; first-rate

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈdændi/
• UK: /ˈdandi/

Origin and Usage:

The word "dandy" originated in the late 18th century from the Scottish word "dandie," meaning "a little fellow." It was used to describe a man who was very particular about his clothes and appearance, often to the point of being considered vain. In the 19th century, "dandy" became a popular term for a fashionable and well-dressed man. Today, the word is still used to describe a man who is concerned with his appearance, but can also be used more broadly to describe something that is excellent or first-rate.

Synonyms:

• fop
• dude
• cockscomb
• macaroni
• beau

Related Words:

• hands
• randy
• sandy
• bandy
• candy

Example Sentences:

• The man was a dandy, always dressed in the finest clothes and most stylish accessories.
• She did a dandy job on the project, earning high praise from her boss.

danio 1. Parts of Speech: Noun 2. Definitions: a small freshwater fish of the minnow family, typically brightly colored and popular in aquariums. 3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈdeɪni.oʊ/ UK: /ˈdæni.əʊ/ 4. Origin and Usage: The word "danio" originated in the late 19th century from the Bengali word "dān" meaning "rice field." Danios are native to South and Southeast Asia and are popular in the aquarium trade due to their bright colors and active behavior. 5. Synonyms: zebrafish, minnow 6. Related Words: guppy, tetra, cichl, loach, molly 7. Example Sentences: - The danio is a popular fish in the aquarium hobby due to its bright colors and active behavior. - Danios are typically kept in groups of six or more in order to prevent aggression. - The zebrafish, a type of danio, is often used as a model organism in scientific research.

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Noun

Definitions:

1. A male given name, diminutive of Daniel.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈdæni/
• UK: /ˈdæni/

Origin and Usage:

The name Danny is a diminutive of the name Daniel, which means "God is my judge" in Hebrew. The name Danny has been used as a given name since the 19th century.

Synonyms:

• Dan
• Dannyboy
• Dannyman

Related Words:

• Diana
• Diane
• David
• Dylan
• Daisy

Example Sentences:

1. Danny is a kind and generous person who always puts others first.
2. Dannys parents named him after his grandfather, who was also named Daniel.
3. Danny is excited to start his new job next week.