What does WALES mean?

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)