5-Letter Words Containing IN
100 wordsThe IN combination appears across hundreds of English words, from everyday terms like THINK and BRING to rare specimens that can swing a word game. This collection spans common vocabulary and obscure entries that reward players who expand beyond the familiar.
Pattern Guide
Word recommendations for board games.
Word Games
High-value words for board games
Top 5-Letter Words
noisy and mischievous merrymaking
(Islam) an invisible spirit mentioned in the Koran and believed by Muslims to inhabit the earth and influence mankind by appearing in the form of humans or animals
(ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Italian descent
ZINKY leads both Scrabble and Words With Friends at 21 points, but the games diverge from there. JINKS jumps from 16 points in Scrabble to 19 in WWF due to the boosted J tile value. DJINN and GINZO each hit 17-18 points in WWF but score lower in Scrabble, making them stronger plays when you're on the WWF board.
Wordle
5-letter words for daily puzzles
Good Starters (E, A, R, S, T)
TRAIN and SAINT both test common consonants while placing IN in different positions, helping you quickly identify where the pattern sits. RAINS adds an S to the mix, covering another high-frequency letter.
Hidden Gems
Rare but valid words to surprise opponents
the ossicle between the malleus and the stapes
(used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity
a musical note having the time value of half a whole note
a sleeveless dress resembling an apron; worn over other clothing
INCUS names the anvil-shaped bone in your middle ear, sitting between the malleus and stapes. Most players have never seen it on a board. It's a valid five-letter word with no difficult tiles, useful when you're stuck with a U and need options.
Popular crossword answers
Words frequently used in crossword puzzles with common clues.