5 letter words with HEI in the middle

5 letter words with HEI in the middle in English

Common 5 letter words with HEI in the middle with meaning

WordDefinition
SHEIK
Sheik

Parts of Speech: Noun

Definitions:

  • a leader in an Arab tribe or family
  • a title of honor for such a leader
  • a man who is considered a leader in a particular field or industry

Pronunciations:

  • US: /ʃeɪk/
  • UK: /ʃeɪk/

Origin and Usage:

The word "sheik" comes from the Arabic word "shaykh," which means "old man" or "chief." In English, "sheik" is used to refer to a leader in an Arab tribe or family, as well as a title of honor for such a leader. It can also be used to refer to a man who is considered a leader in a particular field or industry.

Synonyms:

  • tribal leader
  • chief
  • honorable title
  • expert
  • leader

Related Words:

  • shake
  • skies
  • skied
  • hikes
  • hiked

Example Sentences:

  • The sheik of the tribe was respected by all.
  • He was given the title of sheik after years of service to the community.
  • The sheik of the oil industry was a powerful man.
THEIR
Word: Their

1. Parts of Speech: Pronoun, determiner

2. Definitions:

  • Belonging to or associated with the people or things previously mentioned or easily identified.
  • Used to indicate the person or people belonging to a group.

3. Pronunciations:

  • US:       /ðer/
  • UK:       /ðeə(r)/

4. Origin and Usage:

  • The word "their" originated from the Old Norse word "þeirra", meaning "of them".
  • "Their" is a pronoun used to indicate possession or belonging to a group of people or things previously mentioned or easily identified.
  • It is also used as a determiner to modify a noun.

5. Synonyms:

  • Belonging to them
  • Their own
  • Owned by them
  • Belonging to the group

6. Related Words:

  • There
  • These
  • Those
  • Theme
  • Thief

7. Example Sentences:

  • They left their bags on the table.
  • Their parents are coming to visit.
  • Their dog is very friendly.
  • Their car is parked outside.
  • Their house is on the corner of the street.