5 letter words with WAN in the middle

bwana

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A Swahili word used in East Africa to address a respected person, especially a white person.

Pronunciation (US): buh-wah-nuh

Pronunciation (UK): buh-wah-nuh

Origin and Usage: The word "bwana" originated from Swahili and is commonly used in East Africa to show respect to a person of authority or someone who is older. It is often used to address white people, especially in the colonial era. The word has been adopted into English and is now used in other parts of the world as well.

Synonyms: Sir, Mister, Master, Boss, Chief

Related Words: Banal, Babel, Babes, Bakes, Bales

Example Sentences:

1. He was addressed as "bwana" by the locals in Kenya.
2. The colonial-era movie depicted the white settlers as bwana.
3. The bwana of the safari led the group through the jungle.

**Parts of Speech:** Swank is a verb and a noun. **Definitions:** - As a verb, swank means to show off or boast in an excessively proud or self-satisfied way. - As a noun, swank refers to stylish confidence, elegance, or ostentatious display. **Pronunciations:** - US: /swæŋk/ - UK: /swaŋk/ **Origin and Usage:** The word "swank" has its origins in the late 18th century, from the Scottish word "swankie" meaning "a conceited person." Its usage has evolved over time to refer to showing off or boasting in an excessively proud or self-satisfied way. As a noun, it refers to stylish confidence, elegance, or ostentatious display. **Synonyms:** - Verb: brag, boast, strut, flaunt, show off - Noun: style, elegance, ostentation, display **Related Words:** - Skank, flank, plank, crank, blank **Example Sentences:** - Verb: She swanked about her new car, telling everyone how much she paid for it. - Noun: The party was full of swank and glamour, with everyone dressed in their finest clothes.

Swans

1. Parts of Speech: Noun

2. Definitions:

• a large waterbird with a long flexible neck, short legs, webbed feet, and a broad bill
• a metaphor for someone or something with a graceful appearance or demeanor

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /swɑnz/
• UK: /swɒnz/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "swans" originated from Old English "swan" and is believed to have been used to describe the bird since ancient times. Swans are known for their beauty and grace, and have been used in various forms of art and literature throughout history. In some cultures, swans are considered a symbol of love and fidelity.

5. Synonyms:

• waterbird
• bird
• waterfowl
• water hen

6. Related Words:

• birds
• ducks
• geese
• heron
• egret

7. Example Sentences:

• The swans gracefully glided across the lake.
• She was as graceful as a swan.
• The swans were a symbol of love in their culture.
• They spotted a group of swans flying overhead.

Twang 1. Parts of Speech Twang is a noun and a verb. 2. Definitions As a noun, twang means a sharp, ringing sound, or a nasal tone of voice. As a verb, it means to make a sharp, ringing sound or to speak in a nasal tone. 3. Pronunciations In US English, twang is pronounced /twæŋ/. In UK English, it is pronounced /twæŋ/. 4. Origin and Usage The word twang has Germanic roots and is related to the Old Norse word "tveggja," which means "to pull apart." It has been used since the 16th century and is often associated with country music and Southern accents. 5. Synonyms Some synonyms for twang as a noun include clang, jangle, and ping. As a verb, synonyms include pluck, snap, and vibrate. 6. Related Words Some related 5 letter words to twang include clang, jolly, and pluck. 7. Example Sentences - The twang of the guitar strings filled the room. - She spoke with a nasal twang that annoyed him. - He twanged the rubber band between his fingers. - The sound of the arrow twanging through the air was deafening. - The old screen door twanged shut behind her.