5 letter words starting with SAD

Sadhu

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A holy man, sage, or ascetic in Hinduism who renounces worldly pleasures and possessions and practices austerities and meditation to achieve salvation.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈsɑːduː/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈsædhuː/

Origin and Usage: The term "sadhu" originates from Sanskrit and has been used in Hinduism for centuries to refer to holy men who have renounced material possessions and lead a life of austerity and meditation. The term has also been used in other Indian religions such as Jainism and Sikhism. The usage of the term has spread to other parts of the world where Hinduism is practiced.

Synonyms: Ascetic, sage, holy man, hermit, yogi

Related Words: Yogi, Guru, Swami, Rishi, Naga

Example Sentences:

• The sadhu sat in deep meditation, oblivious to the noise around him.
• The villagers offered food and water to the sadhu who had taken up residence near their village.
• The sadhus teachings on non-attachment and self-realization inspired many young people to take up the path of renunciation.

Sadly

Parts of Speech: Adverb

Definitions:

• Unhappily or sorrowfully (e.g. "He looked at her sadly")
• Regrettably or unfortunately (e.g. "Sadly, he couldn attend the party")

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈsædli/
• UK: /ˈsædli/

Origin and Usage:

The word "sadly" originated from the Middle English word "sadli" which means "heavily, firmly, steadfastly". It has been in use since the 14th century and is commonly used in modern English to express sorrow, regret, or disappointment.

Synonyms:

• Unhappily
• Sorrowfully
• Regrettably
• Unfortunately

Related Words:

• Sadness
• Sades
• Sadhu
• Sadis
• Sadly

Example Sentences:

• Sadly, she had to say goodbye to her best friend who was moving away.
• He looked at the old photograph sadly, remembering the good times he had with his family.
• She sadly informed her boss that she couldn finish the project on time.

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.