Words Starting with "U"

Indicator of the north direction on a map or compass

An abbreviation of 'tua' (old) used in terms like 'pak ua' or 'mak ua', or an abbreviation of 'uak' (term for an uncle).

An archaic word meaning 'mother' or 'mom', used in older contexts.

An affectionate term for an uncle (father's or mother's older brother), or an onomatopoeic imitation of a buffalo's sound.

An archaic word meaning to master or manage, and also an archaic form of 'uban' (gray hair).

An archaic and more respectful term for 'old man' or 'old woman', a more deferential form of 'ua'.

A medium of exchange or a legitimate standard of value issued by a government, in the form of paper, gold, silver, or other metals.

Money used to pay for litigation costs, administrative fees, and other obligations under customary law.

A fee charged for the processing of official documents and other required administrative procedures.

Money or valuables given by the groom's family to the bride's parents as part of a wedding tradition to cover expenses.

Money wagered by a bookmaker or gambler in a gambling game, often confiscated by authorities.

Donation money given as a substitute for the cost of purchasing desks or school facilities for prospective students enrolling in an educational institution.

Money allocated or spent specifically for daily shopping expenses, such as food and household necessities.

Informal money given as a reward to someone for knowing or hearing about a transaction, typically in a non-standard context.

Money paid as compensation to participants of meetings, conferences, or similar events to cover attendance or participation costs.

Money given to the heirs or family of a deceased person as a form of assistance or condolence payment from a company or institution.

Money given as a token of condolence or to help cover expenses for a grieving family.

An archaic term for an advance payment or down payment given as a deposit.

A mandatory donation fee paid by prospective students for the construction or maintenance of a school building, often payable in installments.

A form of payment consisting of valuable documents such as checks, which are redeemed through a bank intermediary.

Money given by the groom's party to the bride's party to help with wedding expenses; also refers to budget funds that are no longer usable.

Money given as a deposit or down payment in a rental agreement, which is not counted toward the total rental cost and becomes the tenant's right if the agreement is canceled.

Money given as an incentive or stimulus to encourage enthusiasm, motivation, or performance in an activity or job.

Money paid as wages to a person for guarding or watching a place, such as a house, for a specific period.

Money set aside and saved specifically as a reserve fund to be used when needed, for example, if the allocated funds are insufficient.

Money provided to employees or officials to cover travel expenses for official duties, including transportation costs, accommodation, meals, and other related expenditures.

Money handed over as security for the fulfillment of a transaction or agreement, which may be forfeited if the transaction is not honored.

Money given as remuneration or compensation for services rendered, such as a bonus or pension fund.

Money given by the woman's party to the man's party in Minangkabau custom as a symbol of request or acceptance to be taken as a son-in-law.

Money given by the groom to the prospective parents-in-law as a token of gratitude and respect.