5 letter words with EEN in the middle

Teens

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The word teens refers to the age group between 13 and 19 years old.

Pronunciations: US: /tinz/ UK: /tiːnz/

Origin and Usage: The word teens is a shortened form of the word "teenagers." It is commonly used to describe the age group of people who are between 13 and 19 years old. The word originated in the early 20th century and gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s.

Synonyms: Adolescents, youths, juveniles, minors.

Related Words: Teensy, teeny, tenet, tense, terce.

Example Sentences:

1. Most teens spend a lot of time on their phones.
2. Teens are often influenced by their peers.
3. Many teens struggle with self-esteem issues.
4. The teens were excited to attend the concert.
5. Teens need guidance and support from adults.

Teeny

Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Extremely small or tiny.

Pronunciations: US: /ˈtini/ UK: /ˈtiːni/

Origin and Usage: The word "teeny" is believed to have originated in the 19th century from the word "teen," which meant small. It is a colloquial term used to describe something that is very small or tiny.

Synonyms: Tiny, miniature, little, small, minuscule.

Related Words: Petite, small, tiny, puny, dwarf.

Example Sentences:

• The puppy was so teeny that it could fit in the palm of her hand.
• She had a teeny apartment in the city that was just big enough for her.
• The dress was beautiful but it was only available in teeny sizes.
• He had a teeny amount of money left in his bank account.
• The teeny spider crawled across the windowsill.

Veena

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definitions:

1. A musical instrument of India, with a long, fretted fingerboard and a hollow, waisted body with a carved top.
2. A female given name.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈviːnə/
• UK: /ˈviːnə/

Origin and Usage:

The word "veena" originates from the Sanskrit word "vīṇā," which means "stringed instrument." The veena is a traditional Indian instrument used in classical music. It is believed to have originated in ancient India and has been in use for over 5000 years. The veena is considered one of the oldest musical instruments in the world.

Synonyms:

The veena is also known as "vina" or "vinā." It is sometimes referred to as the "Indian lute."

Related Words:

• Viand
• Vegan
• Veils
• Vexed
• Vibes

Example Sentences:

1. She played the veena beautifully, filling the concert hall with its sweet, melodious sound.
2. Veena is a popular name for girls in India.

Parts of Speech

Weeny is a noun and an adjective.

Definitions

As a noun, weeny means something small or tiny. As an adjective, it means very small or tiny.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈwiːni/

UK: /ˈwiːni/

Origin and Usage

The origin of weeny is uncertain, but it is believed to have been derived from the word "wee," which means small or tiny. Weeny is commonly used in informal contexts to describe something that is very small or tiny. It is also used as an affectionate or playful term of endearment.

Synonyms

Small, tiny, little, miniature, minuscule, microscopic, puny, pocket-sized, bite-sized, dinky, teensy, itsy-bitsy.

Related Words

Small, tiny, little, micro, dwarf, petite, puny, short, squat, stumpy.

Example Sentences

• The weeny kitten was so small that it fit in the palm of her hand.
• She had a weeny bite of cake, just enough to satisfy her sweet tooth.
• He had a weeny car that could barely fit two people.
• The weeny flowers in the garden were so delicate and beautiful.
• She gave her weeny dog a big hug and kiss.