5 letter words starting with HON

Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb, Interjection

Definitions

• Noun: a sweet, sticky substance made by bees from flower nectar and used as food.
• Verb: to sweeten with or as if with honey.
• Interjection: used to express affection or endearment.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈhʌni/
• UK: /ˈhʌni/

Origin and Usage

The word honey comes from the Old English hunig, which is related to the Old Norse word hunang. The word has been used to describe the sweet substance made by bees since at least the 10th century. As a verb, honey has been used since the 14th century to mean "to sweeten with honey." As an interjection, honey has been used since at least the 1920s to express affection or endearment.

Synonyms

• sugar
• sweetener
• syrup
• nectar

Related Words

• beehive
• pollen
• sting
• queen
• hives

Example Sentences

• The honey tastes delicious on toast.
• She likes to honey her tea instead of using sugar.
• "Oh honey, you look so pretty today!"

hones

Parts of Speech: verb

Definitions:

• To sharpen with a honing stone or tool.
• To make more acute or effective; improve.

Pronunciations:

• US: /hoʊnz/
• UK: /həʊnz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "hones" is derived from the Middle English word "honen," which means "to sharpen." It is often used in the context of sharpening knives or other cutting tools. In addition, it can be used figuratively to mean improving or making something more effective.

Synonyms:

• Sharpen
• Improve
• Enhance
• Refine

Related Words:

• Honed
• Homer
• Honey
• Hopes
• Horse

Example Sentences:

• He hones his knife every day to keep it sharp.
• She honed her skills as a writer by practicing every day.
• The company honed its marketing strategy to better target its audience.

Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. A Japanese multinational corporation that produces automobiles, motorcycles, and power equipment. (source: Merriam-Webster)

2. A brand of automobile. (source: Cambridge Dictionary)

Pronunciations

US: /ˈhɑːndə/

UK: /ˈhɒndə/

Origin and Usage

The company was founded in 1948 by Soichiro Honda and Takeo Fujisawa. Honda is now one of the largest automobile manufacturers in the world. The Honda brand is known for its reliability and innovation, producing popular models such as the Civic, Accord, and CR-V. The company also produces motorcycles, power equipment, and aircraft. (source: Honda)

Synonyms

None

Related Words

None

Example Sentences

1. She drives a Honda Civic to work every day.
2. The Honda dealership is offering a special promotion on their vehicles this month.