5 letter words with U as the second letter

Aural

Parts of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Relating to the ear or the sense of hearing.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈɔːrəl/, UK: /ˈɔːrəl/

Origin and Usage: Aural comes from the Latin word auris, meaning "ear." It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe things related to hearing or the ear. Aural is commonly used in the field of music to describe things that are related to hearing or listening, such as aural skills or aural training.

Synonyms: Auditory, Acoustic, Sonic, Hearing

Related Words: Audio, Earls, Lears, Rales, Reals

Example Sentences:

• She had an aural hallucination of music playing in her head.
• The aural experience of a live concert is different from listening to a recording.
• He has excellent aural skills and can easily identify different musical notes and chords.

Wussy

Parts of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Definitions:

• (Noun) a weak or timid person
• (Adjective) weak, timid, or ineffectual

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈwʊsi/
• UK: /ˈwʌsi/

Origin and Usage:

The word "wussy" is believed to have originated in the United States in the 1970s as a slang term meaning weak or cowardly. It is a combination of the words "wimp" and "pussy." It is commonly used in informal settings to describe someone who is perceived as weak or timid.

Synonyms:

• Weakling
• Coward
• Chicken
• Timid
• Inept

Related Words:

• Waste
• Worry
• Worth
• Widen
• Wages

Example Sentences:

• The team lost because their captain was a wussy who couldn make a tough decision.
• He was too wussy to stand up to his boss and ask for a raise.
• She was often teased in school for being a wussy and not standing up for herself.

Here is the requested information on "tunes": Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb

Definitions

1. A melody or sequence of notes in music.
2. To adjust (a musical instrument) to the correct or desired pitch.

Pronunciations

• US: /tunz/
• UK: /tjuːnz/

Origin and Usage

The word "tunes" originated from the Middle English word "tune" meaning "a musical sound or melody". It has been in use since the 14th century. The word is commonly used in the context of music, referring to a melody or sequence of notes. It is also used as a verb to describe the act of adjusting a musical instrument to the desired pitch.

Synonyms

• melodies
• songs
• music

Related Words

• music
• rhythms
• lyric
• notes
• harps

Example Sentences

1. She hummed the tune to herself all day.
2. The band played a catchy tune that got everyone dancing.
3. He spent hours tuning his guitar before the concert.
4. She tunes her violin every day before practice.

Heres the result: Parts of Speech

tulle is a noun.

Definitions

tulle is a fine, lightweight netting fabric that is often used for veils, dresses, and other decorative purposes. It is made of silk, nylon, or rayon and is characterized by its hexagonal mesh pattern.

Pronunciations

US: /tul/

UK: /tjuːl/

Origin and Usage

The word tulle originated in France in the early 18th century and was named after the city of Tulle. It was originally made of silk and was used for clothing and decorative purposes. Today, tulle is commonly used for wedding veils, ballet tutus, and other formal attire. It is also used in crafts and home decor.

Synonyms

None.

Related Words

None.

Example Sentences

• She wore a beautiful dress with layers of tulle.
• The brides veil was made of delicate tulle.
• The ballerinas tutu was made of layers of tulle.

Yurts

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions: A yurt is a round tent-like structure traditionally used by nomads in Central Asia. It is made of a wooden frame covered with felt or canvas.

3. Pronunciations: US: /jʊrt/; UK: /jəːt/

4. Origin and Usage: The yurt has been used by nomads in Central Asia for thousands of years. Its design is well-suited to the nomadic lifestyle since it is easily portable and can be set up and taken down quickly. Today, yurts are used for a variety of purposes, including camping, glamping, and as permanent homes or offices. They are often used as eco-friendly and sustainable alternatives to traditional buildings.

5. Synonyms: Ger (German), jurta (Polish), jurt (Swedish)

6. Related Words: Tents, tepee, wigwam, cabin, lodge

7. Example Sentences:

• They spent the night in a yurt while camping in the mountains.
• The company set up a yurt as a temporary office while their building was being renovated.
• She decided to live in a yurt to reduce her carbon footprint and live a more sustainable lifestyle.