5 letter words starting with WAL

The following list contains 6 five letter words in English

5 letter words starting with WAL in English

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5 letter words starting with WALE


5 letter words starting with WALK


5 letter words starting with WALL


5 letter words starting with WALT


Common 5 letter words starting with WAL with meaning

WordDefinition
WALLS
Walls

Parts of Speech: Noun, Verb

Definitions:

  • Noun: A vertical structure, often made of brick or stone, that encloses or divides an area.
  • Verb: To enclose or separate with a wall.

Pronunciations:

  • US: /wɑlz/
  • UK: /wɔːlz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "walls" originated from the Old English word "weall", which means "a rampart or wall of a city or fortress". It has been used in English since the 14th century. Walls are commonly used for protection, privacy, and decoration. The verb form of "walls" is used to describe the act of building or enclosing with a wall.

Synonyms:

  • Barrier
  • Partition
  • Divider
  • Enclosure
  • Screen

Related Words:

  • Waste
  • Wages
  • Woods
  • Wires
  • Wands

Example Sentences:

  • The walls of the castle were several feet thick.
  • He walled off his backyard for privacy.
  • The walls were adorned with beautiful paintings.
  • She painted the walls of her bedroom a bright pink color.
WALES
Wales 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun, verb

2. Definitions:

As a noun, Wales is a country that is part of the United Kingdom. As a verb, it means to beat or strike repeatedly.

3. Pronunciations (US, UK):

US: /weɪlz/; UK: /weɪlz/

4. Origin and Usage:

The name Wales comes from the Germanic word "Walha" which means "foreigner" or "stranger." The country has a rich history and culture, with its own language, Welsh, which is spoken by around 20% of the population. As a verb, "wales" is used to describe the act of beating or striking repeatedly, often in the context of punishment or discipline.

5. Synonyms:

Noun: Cymru (in Welsh), Principality of Wales, Welshland; Verb: beat, strike, thrash

6. Related Words:

Whale, whelp, welsh, waler, waltz

7. Example Sentences:
  • He was born and raised in Wales. (Noun)
  • The teacher waled the student for misbehaving. (Verb)