5 letter words starting with SA

Definition of Sadza

Sadza is a noun that refers to a type of thick porridge made from maize meal that is a staple food in Zimbabwe and other parts of southern Africa.

Pronunciations

• US: /ˈsɑd.zə/
• UK: /ˈsæd.zə/

Origin and Usage

Sadza is a traditional dish that has been a staple food in Zimbabwe for centuries. It is made by mixing maize meal with water to form a thick porridge, which is then eaten with various relishes such as vegetables, meat, or gravy. Sadza is typically eaten using the fingers, with small portions of the porridge being rolled into balls and dipped into the relish. It is a popular dish in Zimbabwean cuisine and is also enjoyed in other countries in southern Africa.

Synonyms

There are no direct synonyms for sadza, but it is similar to other dishes made from maize meal such as pap in South Africa and nsima in Malawi.

Related Words

• Maize
• Meals
• Bread
• Grain
• Paste

Example Sentences

• She cooked sadza for dinner and served it with a spicy vegetable relish.
• He ate sadza with his hands and enjoyed the way the relish mixed with the thick porridge.
• They often eat sadza as a main meal, sometimes with meat or fish added to the relish.

Parts of Speech

Saved is a verb.

Definitions

Saved means to rescue or protect someone or something from harm, danger, or destruction. It can also mean to set aside or keep something for future use.

Pronunciations (US, UK)

US: /seɪvd/

UK: /seɪvd/

Origin and Usage

The word saved comes from the Old French word "salver," which means "to save." The word has been in use since the 14th century. The primary usage of saved is in reference to rescuing someone or something from harm or danger. It is also used in a religious context to refer to being saved from sin or eternal damnation.

Synonyms

Rescue, protect, salvage, redeem, recover

Related Words

Brave, faith, happy, mercy, peace

Example Sentences

• He saved the child from drowning in the pool.
• She saved her money for a year to buy a new car.
• He was saved by the bell when the fire alarm went off, interrupting the boring meeting.
• The hero saved the city from the evil villains plan.

Parts of Speech

Sappy is an adjective.

Definitions

1. excessively sentimental; mawkish.

2. (of wood) containing sap.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈsæpi/

UK: /ˈsæpi/

Origin and Usage

Sappy originated from the Middle English word sappe, which means sap or juice. It was first used in the 14th century to describe something that was full of sap or moisture. By the 18th century, it had taken on a figurative meaning to describe something that was overly sentimental or emotional. Today, it is commonly used to describe anything that is excessively sentimental or lacking in taste.

Synonyms

• mawkish
• saccharine
• sentimental
• schmaltzy
• cloying

Related Words

• happy
• pappy
• tippy
• gappy
• wippy

Example Sentences

• She found the movie to be too sappy and predictable.
• The sappy wood made the furniture difficult to work with.
• He wrote a sappy love letter to his girlfriend.
• The sappy romance novel made her cry.
• She couldn stand the sappy music that was playing on the radio.

Salvo

1. Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

2. Definitions:

1. A simultaneous discharge of artillery or other guns in a battle.
2. A series of rounds fired from a firearm.
3. A sudden, forceful verbal attack or criticism.
4. (verb) To make a salvo; to fire in a volley.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsælvoʊ/
• UK: /ˈsælvəʊ/

4. Origin and Usage:

The term "salvo" originated from the Italian word "salva" which means "safe". It was initially used in the military to describe a simultaneous discharge of artillery or other guns in a battle. It has since been adopted into everyday language to describe a series of rounds fired from a firearm or a sudden, forceful verbal attack or criticism.

5. Synonyms:

• Barrage
• Volley
• Attack
• Criticism

6. Related Words:

• Salon
• Salad
• Salsa
• Sable
• Sugar

7. Example Sentences:

• The enemy launched a salvo of missiles at the city.
• The hunters fired a salvo of shots at the deer.
• She launched a salvo of criticism at her opponent during the debate.
• The soldiers salvoed their guns in honor of their fallen comrade.

Word: saxes

1. Parts of Speech: noun
2. Definition: plural form of sax, a short form of saxophone, a musical instrument of the woodwind family.
3. Pronunciations: US: /ˈsæksɪz/ UK: /ˈsæksɪz/
4. Origin and Usage: The word "sax" comes from the name of its inventor, Adolphe Sax, who created the instrument in the 1840s. The plural form "saxes" is used to refer to multiple saxophones. Saxophones are commonly used in jazz, classical, and military music.
5. Synonyms: saxophones, horns, woodwinds
6. Related Words: brass, flute, oboes, trump
7. Example Sentences:
   • She played the alto and tenor saxes in the jazz band.
   • The band had a section of three saxes, two trumpets, and a trombone.
   • He was known for his virtuosity on the soprano sax, playing long, complex solos.