Words Ending With I
Welcome to your new favorite word adventure! Dive into the quirky world of words that end with the playful letter "I." From exotic places to delicious dishes, these words are sure to spice up your vocabulary. So, buckle up and get ready for a fun linguistic journey that's as intriguing as it is entertaining!
2 letter words
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| hi | 5 | a state in the United States in the central Pacific on the Hawaiian Islands | - |
| li | 2 | a soft silver-white univalent element of the alkali metal group; the lightest metal known; occurs in several minerals | - |
| mi | 4 | a unit of length used in navigation; exactly 1,852 meters; historically based on the distance spanned by one minute of arc in latitude | - |
| di | 3 | - | - |
| bi | 4 | a heavy brittle diamagnetic trivalent metallic element (resembles arsenic and antimony chemically); usually recovered as a by-product from ores of other metals | - |
| si | 2 | a tetravalent nonmetallic element; next to oxygen it is the most abundant element in the earth's crust; occurs in clay and feldspar and granite and quartz and sand; used as a semiconductor in transistors | - |
| ai | 2 | an agency of the United States Army responsible for providing timely and relevant and accurate and synchronized intelligence to tactical and operational and strategic level commanders | - |
| ki | 6 | the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance of negative and positive forms in the body is believed to be essential for good health | - |
| gi | 3 | of or relating to the stomach and intestines | - |
| ti | 2 | shrub with terminal tufts of elongated leaves used locally for thatching and clothing; thick sweet roots are used as food; tropical southeastern Asia, Australia and Hawaii | - |
| pi | 4 | someone who can be employed as a detective to collect information | - |
| xi | 9 | the cardinal number that is the sum of ten and one | - |
| qi | 11 | the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance of negative and positive forms in the body is believed to be essential for good health | - |
| oi | 2 | - | - |
3 letter words
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| chi | 8 | the circulating life energy that in Chinese philosophy is thought to be inherent in all things; in traditional Chinese medicine the balance of negative and positive forms in the body is believed to be essential for good health | - |
| jai | 10 | - | - |
| tai | 3 | of or relating to the languages of the Thai people | - |
| ski | 7 | move along on skis | We love to ski the Rockies |
| sai | 3 | - | - |
| lei | 3 | flower arrangement consisting of a circular band of foliage or flowers for ornamental purposes | - |
| sri | 3 | - | - |
| moi | 5 | - | - |
| ami | 5 | - | - |
| phi | 8 | the 21st letter of the Greek alphabet | - |
| uni | 3 | - | - |
| sei | 3 | - | - |
| psi | 5 | a unit of pressure | - |
| sui | 3 | - | - |
| obi | 5 | (West Indies) followers of a religious system involving witchcraft and sorcery | - |
| poi | 5 | Hawaiian dish of taro root pounded to a paste and often allowed to ferment | - |
| ani | 3 | black tropical American cuckoo | - |
| tui | 3 | - | - |
| aji | 10 | - | - |
| dei | 4 | - | - |
| dui | 4 | - | - |
| hui | 6 | - | - |
| hoi | 6 | - | - |
| iwi | 6 | - | - |
| ghi | 7 | - | - |
| ahi | 6 | - | - |
| boi | 5 | - | - |
| rai | 3 | - | - |
| rei | 3 | - | - |
| wai | 6 | - | - |
| khi | 10 | the 22nd letter of the Greek alphabet | - |
| kai | 7 | - | - |
| koi | 7 | - | - |
4 letter words
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|---|---|---|---|
| taxi | 11 | a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money | - |
| anti | 4 | a person who is opposed (to an action or policy or practice etc.) | the antis smelled victory after a long battle |
| bhai | 9 | - | - |
| nazi | 13 | a German member of Adolf Hitler's political party | - |
| mini | 6 | a very short skirt | - |
| semi | 6 | a trailer having wheels only in the rear; the front is supported by the towing vehicle | - |
| sari | 4 | a dress worn primarily by Hindu women; consists of several yards of light material that is draped around the body | - |
| rani | 4 | (the feminine of raja) a Hindu princess or the wife of a raja | - |
| maxi | 13 | a long skirt ending below the calf | - |
| fuji | 14 | shrubby Japanese cherry tree having pale pink blossoms | - |
| tori | 4 | - | - |
| mali | 6 | a landlocked republic in northwestern Africa; achieved independence from France in 1960; Mali was a center of West African civilization for more than 4,000 years | - |
| devi | 8 | Hindu mother goddess; supreme power in the universe; wife or embodiment of the female energy of Siva having both beneficent and malevolent forms or aspects | - |
| kali | 8 | bushy plant of Old World salt marshes and sea beaches having prickly leaves; burned to produce a crude soda ash | - |
| mani | 6 | - | - |
| tiki | 8 | - | - |
| saki | 8 | Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice; usually served hot | - |
| haji | 14 | an Arabic term of respect for someone who has made the pilgrimage to Mecca | - |
| deli | 5 | a shop selling ready-to-eat food products | - |
| puri | 6 | - | - |
| yeti | 7 | a large hairy humanoid creature said to live in the Himalayas | - |
| fifi | 10 | - | - |
| yogi | 8 | United States baseball player (born 1925) | - |
| sumi | 6 | - | - |
| raki | 8 | - | - |
| kiwi | 11 | fuzzy brown egg-shaped fruit with slightly tart green flesh | - |
| dali | 5 | surrealist Spanish painter (1904-1989) | - |
| simi | 6 | - | - |
| titi | 4 | tree of low-lying coastal areas of southeastern United States having glossy leaves and racemes of fragrant white flowers | - |
| rami | 6 | - | - |
| gobi | 7 | a desert in central China | - |
| momi | 8 | - | - |
| miri | 6 | little known Kamarupan languages | - |
| yoni | 7 | - | - |
| beni | 6 | - | - |
| kaki | 12 | blackish stilt of New Zealand sometimes considered a color phase of the white-headed stilt | - |
| cadi | 7 | - | - |
| quai | 13 | - | - |
| magi | 7 | (New Testament) the sages who visited Jesus and Mary and Joseph shortly after Jesus was born; the Gospel According to Matthew says they were guided by a star and brought gifts of gold and frankincense and myrrh; because there were three gifts it is usually assumed that there were three of them | - |
| peri | 6 | a beautiful and graceful girl | - |
| pali | 6 | an ancient Prakrit language (derived from Sanskrit) that is the scriptural and liturgical language of Theravada Buddhism | - |
| topi | 6 | a lightweight hat worn in tropical countries for protection from the sun | - |
| roti | 4 | - | - |
| kami | 10 | one the Shinto deities (including mythological beings, spirits of distinguished men, forces of nature) | - |
| pedi | 7 | - | - |
| vali | 7 | (Norse mythology) one of the Aesir and avenger of Balder; son of Odin | - |
| dari | 5 | an Iranian language spoken in Afghanistan | - |
| meri | 6 | - | - |
| muni | 6 | - | - |
| inti | 4 | the basic unit of money in Peru | - |
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5 letter words
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| alibi | 7 | a defense of some offensive behavior or some failure to keep a promise etc. | every day he had a new alibi for not getting a job |
| rabbi | 9 | a Hebrew title of respect for a Jewish scholar or teacher | - |
| sushi | 8 | rice (with raw fish) wrapped in seaweed | - |
| chili | 10 | very hot and finely tapering pepper of special pungency | - |
| hajji | 22 | an Arabic term of respect for someone who has made the pilgrimage to Mecca | - |
| pepsi | 9 | Pepsi Cola is a trademarked cola | - |
| rishi | 8 | - | - |
| swami | 10 | a Hindu religious teacher; used as a title of respect | - |
| bambi | 11 | - | - |
| sakai | 9 | - | - |
| mandi | 8 | - | - |
| kanji | 16 | - | - |
| quasi | 14 | having some resemblance | a quasi success |
| genii | 6 | - | - |
| capri | 9 | an island (part of Campania) in the Bay of Naples in southern Italy; a tourist attraction noted for beautiful scenery | - |
| khaki | 16 | a sturdy twilled cloth of a yellowish brown color used especially for military uniforms | - |
| hadji | 16 | an Arabic term of respect for someone who has made the pilgrimage to Mecca | - |
| tutti | 5 | - | - |
| roshi | 8 | - | - |
| benni | 7 | East Indian annual erect herb; source of sesame seed or benniseed and sesame oil | - |
| shogi | 9 | a form of chess played on a board of 81 squares; each player has 20 pieces | - |
| bodhi | 11 | - | - |
| shoji | 15 | a translucent screen made of a wooden frame covered with rice paper | - |
| cacti | 9 | - | - |
| fungi | 9 | the taxonomic kingdom including yeast, molds, smuts, mushrooms, and toadstools; distinct from the green plants | - |
| dhoti | 9 | a long loincloth worn by Hindu men | - |
| jinni | 12 | (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 | - |
| mufti | 10 | a jurist who interprets Muslim religious law | - |
| dilli | 6 | - | - |
| khadi | 13 | a coarse homespun cotton cloth made in India | - |
| fermi | 10 | a metric unit of length equal to one quadrillionth of a meter | - |
| beedi | 8 | - | - |
| basti | 7 | - | - |
| salmi | 7 | ragout of game in a rich sauce | - |
| ennui | 5 | the feeling of being bored by something tedious | - |
| ghazi | 18 | - | - |
| senti | 5 | - | - |
| lungi | 6 | a long piece of brightly colored cloth (cotton or silk) used as clothing (a skirt or loincloth or sash etc.) in India and Pakistan and Burma | - |
| parti | 7 | - | - |
| tanti | 5 | - | - |
| aioli | 5 | garlic mayonnaise | - |
| choli | 10 | - | - |
| marri | 7 | very large red gum tree | - |
| zombi | 18 | someone who acts or responds in a mechanical or apathetic way | - |
| lanai | 5 | an island of central Hawaii; a pineapple-growing area | - |
| issei | 5 | - | - |
| torii | 5 | - | - |
| kauri | 9 | tall timber tree of New Zealand having white straight-grained wood | - |
| houri | 8 | a voluptuously beautiful young woman | - |
| tulsi | 5 | - | - |
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6 letter words
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| bikini | 12 | a woman's very brief bathing suit | - |
| shanti | 9 | - | - |
| safari | 9 | an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa) | - |
| kimchi | 17 | - | - |
| salami | 8 | highly seasoned fatty sausage of pork and beef usually dried | - |
| chilli | 11 | very hot and finely tapering pepper of special pungency | - |
| gemini | 9 | (astrology) a person who is born while the sun is in Gemini | - |
| banzai | 17 | a Japanese cheer of enthusiasm or triumph | - |
| wasabi | 11 | a Japanese plant of the family Cruciferae with a thick green root | - |
| kabuki | 16 | - | - |
| ghibli | 12 | - | - |
| chichi | 16 | elegance by virtue of being fashionable | - |
| bonsai | 8 | a dwarfed ornamental tree or shrub grown in a tray or shallow pot | - |
| nuclei | 8 | - | - |
| tatami | 8 | - | - |
| panini | 8 | Indian grammarian whose grammatical rules for Sanskrit are the first known example of descriptive linguistics (circa 400 BC) | - |
| jihadi | 17 | of or relating to a jihad | - |
| scampi | 12 | large shrimp sauteed in oil or butter and garlic | - |
| alkali | 10 | any of various water-soluble compounds capable of turning litmus blue and reacting with an acid to form a salt and water | - |
| muesli | 8 | mixture of untoasted dry cereals and fruits | - |
| wapiti | 11 | large North American deer with large much-branched antlers in the male | - |
| tahini | 9 | a thick Middle Eastern paste made from ground sesame seeds | - |
| satori | 6 | (Zen Buddhism) a state of sudden spiritual enlightenment | - |
| bhindi | 12 | - | - |
| papyri | 13 | - | - |
| pirogi | 9 | small fruit or meat turnover baked or fried | - |
| smriti | 8 | - | - |
| alfaki | 13 | - | - |
| agouti | 7 | agile long-legged rabbit-sized rodent of Central America and South America and the West Indies; valued as food | - |
| ambari | 10 | - | - |
| alumni | 8 | - | - |
| aculei | 8 | - | - |
| agapai | 9 | - | - |
| adzuki | 20 | - | - |
| adsuki | 11 | - | - |
| bhisti | 11 | - | - |
| bhakti | 15 | (Hinduism) loving devotion to a deity leading to salvation and nirvana; open to all persons independent of caste or sex | - |
| binghi | 12 | - | - |
| bindhi | 12 | - | - |
| clypei | 13 | - | - |
| congii | 9 | - | - |
| colobi | 10 | - | - |
| coloni | 8 | - | - |
| chokri | 15 | - | - |
| chowri | 14 | - | - |
| caroli | 8 | - | - |
| casini | 8 | - | - |
| chatti | 11 | - | - |
| centai | 8 | - | - |
| chadri | 12 | - | - |
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7 letter words
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| samurai | 9 | a Japanese warrior who was a member of the feudal military aristocracy | - |
| martini | 9 | a cocktail made of gin (or vodka) with dry vermouth | - |
| tsunami | 9 | a cataclysm resulting from a destructive sea wave caused by an earthquake or volcanic eruption | a colossal tsunami destroyed the Minoan civilization in minutes |
| biryani | 12 | an Indian dish made with highly seasoned rice and meat or fish or vegetables | - |
| ravioli | 10 | small circular or square cases of dough with savory fillings | - |
| sashimi | 12 | very thinly sliced raw fish | - |
| origami | 10 | the Japanese art of folding paper into shapes representing objects (e.g., flowers or birds) | - |
| marconi | 11 | Italian electrical engineer who invented wireless telegraphy and in 1901 transmitted radio signals across the Atlantic Ocean (1874-1937) | - |
| bellini | 9 | Italian composer of operas (1801-1835) | - |
| stimuli | 9 | - | - |
| afghani | 14 | of or relating to or characteristic of Afghanistan or its people | - |
| gnocchi | 15 | (Italian) a small dumpling made of potato or flour or semolina that is boiled or baked and is usually served with a sauce or with grated cheese | - |
| chianti | 12 | dry red Italian table wine from the Chianti region of Tuscany | - |
| tripoli | 9 | a port city and commercial center in northwestern Lebanon on the Mediterranean Sea | - |
| effendi | 14 | a former Turkish term of respect; especially for government officials | - |
| denarii | 8 | - | - |
| spumoni | 11 | - | - |
| timpani | 11 | a large hemispherical brass or copper percussion instrument with a drumhead that can be tuned by adjusting the tension on it | - |
| hibachi | 17 | a portable brazier that burns charcoal and has a grill for cooking | - |
| guarani | 8 | a member of the South American people living in Paraguay and Bolivia | - |
| signori | 8 | - | - |
| bronchi | 14 | - | - |
| samadhi | 13 | - | - |
| colossi | 9 | - | - |
| dashiki | 15 | a loose and brightly colored African shirt | - |
| acouchi | 14 | - | - |
| acanthi | 12 | - | - |
| abomasi | 11 | - | - |
| coenuri | 9 | - | - |
| colibri | 11 | - | - |
| chupati | 14 | - | - |
| chondri | 13 | - | - |
| choragi | 13 | - | - |
| choregi | 13 | - | - |
| clarini | 9 | - | - |
| etourdi | 8 | - | - |
| eremuri | 9 | - | - |
| epigoni | 10 | - | - |
| epinaoi | 9 | - | - |
| epheboi | 14 | - | - |
| emeriti | 9 | - | - |
| elenchi | 12 | - | - |
| dochmii | 15 | - | - |
| didakei | 13 | - | - |
| didakai | 13 | - | - |
| didicoi | 11 | - | - |
| dementi | 10 | - | - |
| dakoiti | 12 | - | - |
| dactyli | 13 | - | - |
| dasheki | 15 | - | - |
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8 letter words
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|---|---|---|---|
| shanghai | 15 | take (someone) against his will for compulsory service, especially on board a ship | The men were shanghaied after being drugged |
| graffiti | 15 | a rude decoration inscribed on rocks or walls | - |
| broccoli | 14 | plant with dense clusters of tight green flower buds | - |
| calamari | 12 | (Italian cuisine) squid prepared as food | - |
| macaroni | 12 | a British dandy in the 18th century who affected Continental mannerisms | Yankee Doodle stuck a feather in his cap and called it macaroni |
| mariachi | 15 | a group of street musicians in Mexico | - |
| confetti | 13 | small pieces or streamers of colored paper that are thrown around on festive occasions (as at a wedding) | - |
| daiquiri | 18 | a cocktail made with rum and lime or lemon juice | - |
| linguini | 9 | pasta in long slender flat strips | - |
| pastrami | 12 | highly seasoned cut of smoked beef | - |
| tandoori | 9 | - | - |
| zucchini | 24 | small cucumber-shaped vegetable marrow; typically dark green | - |
| sukiyaki | 19 | thin beef strips (or chicken or pork) cooked briefly at the table with onions and greens and soy sauce | - |
| teriyaki | 15 | beef or chicken or seafood marinated in spicy soy sauce and grilled or broiled | - |
| sherwani | 14 | - | - |
| rigatoni | 9 | tubular pasta in short ribbed pieces | - |
| literati | 8 | the literary intelligentsia | - |
| souvlaki | 15 | made of lamb | - |
| chapatti | 15 | flat pancake-like bread cooked on a griddle | - |
| mahimahi | 18 | large slender food and game fish widely distributed in warm seas (especially around Hawaii) | - |
| brindisi | 11 | a port city in southeastern Apulia in Italy; a center for the Crusades in the Middle Ages | - |
| bouzouki | 23 | - | - |
| maharani | 13 | a great rani; a princess in India or the wife of a maharaja | - |
| peperoni | 12 | - | - |
| amakhosi | 17 | - | - |
| arancini | 10 | - | - |
| bucatini | 12 | - | - |
| bhelpuri | 15 | - | - |
| umeboshi | 15 | - | - |
| tenorini | 8 | - | - |
| tortelli | 8 | - | - |
| holubtsi | 13 | - | - |
| jalfrezi | 27 | - | - |
| guarachi | 14 | - | - |
| contorni | 10 | - | - |
| burquini | 19 | - | - |
| quadrati | 18 | - | - |
| pensioni | 10 | - | - |
| pemphigi | 18 | - | - |
| pectinei | 12 | - | - |
| scungili | 11 | - | - |
| kilikiti | 16 | - | - |
| omphaloi | 15 | - | - |
| capricci | 16 | - | - |
| castrati | 10 | - | - |
| calyculi | 15 | - | - |
| calcanei | 12 | - | - |
| canthari | 13 | - | - |
| capitani | 12 | - | - |
| cancelli | 12 | - | - |
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9 letter words
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| spaghetti | 15 | pasta in the form of long strings | - |
| paparazzi | 31 | - | - |
| pepperoni | 15 | a pork and beef sausage (or a thin slice of this sausage) | - |
| garibaldi | 13 | Italian patriot whose conquest of Sicily and Naples led to the formation of the Italian state (1807-1882) | - |
| rastafari | 12 | (Jamaica) a Black youth subculture and religious movement that arose in the ghettos of Kingston, Jamaica, in the 1950s; males grow hair in long dreadlocks and wear woolen caps; use marijuana and listen to reggae music | - |
| potpourri | 13 | a collection containing a variety of sorts of things | - |
| kundalini | 14 | - | - |
| patchouli | 16 | a heavy perfume made from the patchouli plant | - |
| parcheesi | 16 | a modern board game based on pachisi | - |
| antipasti | 11 | - | - |
| maharishi | 17 | - | - |
| manicotti | 13 | large pasta tubes stuffed with chopped meat or mild cheese and baked in tomato sauce | - |
| agnolotti | 10 | - | - |
| appletini | 13 | - | - |
| calamansi | 13 | - | - |
| crorepati | 13 | - | - |
| trochisci | 16 | - | - |
| trigemini | 12 | - | - |
| penicilli | 13 | - | - |
| notebandi | 12 | - | - |
| kalamansi | 15 | - | - |
| inamorati | 11 | - | - |
| irukandji | 21 | - | - |
| andantini | 10 | - | - |
| albarelli | 11 | - | - |
| alalagmoi | 12 | - | - |
| antalkali | 13 | - | - |
| antitragi | 10 | - | - |
| bahuvrihi | 20 | - | - |
| astragali | 10 | - | - |
| choriambi | 18 | - | - |
| chiyogami | 20 | - | - |
| cevapcici | 20 | - | - |
| cavaletti | 14 | - | - |
| centesimi | 13 | - | - |
| charivari | 17 | a noisy mock serenade (made by banging pans and kettles) to a newly married couple | - |
| chaprassi | 16 | - | - |
| carnaroli | 11 | - | - |
| cauliculi | 13 | - | - |
| campanili | 15 | - | - |
| canneloni | 11 | - | - |
| canellini | 11 | - | - |
| capellini | 13 | - | - |
| buttinski | 15 | - | - |
| bummaloti | 15 | - | - |
| boconcini | 15 | - | - |
| bhikkhuni | 25 | - | - |
| ballabili | 13 | - | - |
| ballotini | 11 | - | - |
| epicanthi | 16 | - | - |
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10 letter words
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| illuminati | 12 | - | - |
| cannelloni | 12 | tubular pasta filled with meat or cheese | - |
| tortellini | 10 | small ring-shaped stuffed pasta | - |
| vermicelli | 17 | pasta in strings thinner than spaghetti | - |
| frangipani | 16 | any of various tropical American deciduous shrubs or trees of the genus Plumeria having milky sap and showy fragrant funnel-shaped variously colored flowers | - |
| piccalilli | 16 | relish of chopped pickled cucumbers and green peppers and onion | - |
| glitterati | 11 | - | - |
| barramundi | 15 | a species of large perch noted for its sporting and eating qualities; lives in marine, estuary, and freshwater habitats | - |
| fettuccini | 17 | pasta in flat strips wider than linguine | - |
| scaloppini | 16 | - | - |
| dilettanti | 11 | - | - |
| diplococci | 19 | - | - |
| devanagari | 15 | a syllabic script used in writing Sanskrit and Hindi | - |
| fortissimi | 15 | - | - |
| fianchetti | 18 | - | - |
| fantoccini | 17 | - | - |
| emalangeni | 13 | - | - |
| matryoshki | 22 | - | - |
| matrioshki | 19 | - | - |
| makunouchi | 21 | - | - |
| pakirikiri | 20 | - | - |
| monopteroi | 14 | - | - |
| monsignori | 13 | - | - |
| microfungi | 18 | - | - |
| micrococci | 20 | - | - |
| mingimingi | 16 | - | - |
| microvilli | 17 | - | - |
| millefiori | 15 | - | - |
| salmagundi | 14 | a collection containing a variety of sorts of things | - |
| saltarelli | 10 | - | - |
| ritornelli | 10 | - | - |
| rhomboidei | 18 | - | - |
| tagliarini | 11 | - | - |
| stracchini | 17 | - | - |
| spermaceti | 16 | a white waxy substance from oil of the sperm whale | - |
| septemviri | 17 | - | - |
| septenarii | 12 | - | - |
| sharawadgi | 18 | - | - |
| sharawaggi | 18 | - | - |
| shakuhachi | 25 | - | - |
| satyagrahi | 17 | - | - |
| sarcophagi | 18 | - | - |
| scherzandi | 25 | - | - |
| scallopini | 14 | sauteed cutlets (usually veal or poultry) that have been pounded thin and coated with flour | - |
| pentimenti | 14 | - | - |
| perdendosi | 14 | - | - |
| raiyatwari | 16 | - | - |
| recitativi | 15 | - | - |
| prosciutti | 14 | - | - |
| pronephroi | 17 | - | - |
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Dive into the fascinating world of words ending with I, where each word carries a unique flair and a distinct pronunciation. These words often add a dash of exoticism to our vocabulary, invoking images of far-off places, rich traditions, or playful sounds. Imagine the fun in learning about words like "safari" or "zucchini." Let's embark on this linguistic adventure and explore how these words shape our language with their intriguing endings.
About words ending with I
Words ending with the letter "I" might not be as common as those ending with other vowels, but they certainly pack a punch when it comes to variety and charm. In English, many of these words are borrowed from other languages, enriching our lexicon with diverse origins and meanings. For example, "spaghetti" hails from Italian, adding a touch of culinary delight to our language. The position of the letter "I" at the end of a word can soften the pronunciation, giving it a melodious or even whimsical feel. This ending can influence the word's formation and meaning, making it stand out in everyday conversations.
Take the word "alumni" for instance. Its ending not only signifies plurality but also brings a sense of prestige and tradition. The way these words roll off the tongue can make them fun to say and hear. Words ending in "I" often have a rhythmic quality that can make them memorable and engaging. Whether you're discussing a favorite dish like "sushi" or a cultural practice like "origami," these words add color and texture to our speech.
Popular word examples
Let's dive into some popular examples of words ending with I. These words not only enrich our conversation but also add a hint of excitement to our vocabulary.
Spaghetti
- Definition: A type of pasta made in long, thin strands.
- Example in a Sentence: "We had a delicious plate of spaghetti carbonara for dinner."
- Fun Fact: The word "spaghetti" is plural in Italian; the singular form is "spaghetto."
Safari
- Definition: An expedition to observe or hunt animals in their natural habitat, typically in Africa.
- Example in a Sentence: "They went on a safari in Kenya and saw lions and elephants."
- Fun Fact: Safari means "journey" in Swahili.
Zucchini
- Definition: A type of summer squash that is usually green and shaped like a cucumber.
- Example in a Sentence: "She added sliced zucchini to her vegetable stir-fry."
- Fun Fact: In Italy, zucchini are known as "zucchine," which is the plural form.
Origami
- Definition: The Japanese art of paper folding to create intricate designs and shapes.
- Example in a Sentence: "He made a beautiful origami crane for the school project."
- Fun Fact: The word "origami" comes from Japanese, where "ori" means folding and "kami" means paper.
Sashimi
- Definition: A Japanese dish consisting of thinly sliced raw fish or meat.
- Example in a Sentence: "The sashimi platter included tuna, salmon, and octopus."
- Fun Fact: Unlike sushi, sashimi is not served with rice.
Martini
- Definition: A cocktail made with gin and vermouth, garnished with an olive or a lemon twist.
- Example in a Sentence: "He ordered a dry martini, shaken not stirred."
- Fun Fact: The martini is famously associated with James Bond.
Ravioli
- Definition: Small pasta envelopes filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables.
- Example in a Sentence: "We had spinach and ricotta ravioli for lunch."
- Fun Fact: Ravioli have been a traditional Italian dish since the 14th century.
Panini
- Definition: A grilled sandwich made with Italian bread, typically filled with meats, cheeses, and vegetables.
- Example in a Sentence: "I had a chicken and pesto panini for lunch."
- Fun Fact: "Panini" is the plural form of the Italian word "panino," meaning little bread.
Macaroni
- Definition: A type of dry pasta shaped like narrow tubes.
- Example in a Sentence: "Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food."
- Fun Fact: The word "macaroni" comes from the Italian "maccheroni."
Broccoli
- Definition: An edible green plant in the cabbage family, whose large flowering head is used as a vegetable.
- Example in a Sentence: "She steamed some broccoli to go with the grilled chicken."
- Fun Fact: The word "broccoli" comes from the Italian plural of "broccolo," which means "the flowering crest of a cabbage."
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words ending in I can be real game-changers. Here are some high-scoring examples:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Qadi | 14 | A judge in a Muslim community. |
| Taxi | 11 | A car licensed to transport passengers in return for payment. |
| Bikini | 12 | A two-piece swimsuit for women. |
| Tzatziki | 26 | A Greek dip made with yogurt and cucumber. |
| Jacuzzi | 34 | A brand of hot tubs and whirlpool baths. |
| Kamikaze | 29 | A WWII Japanese aircraft loaded with explosives for a suicide mission. |
| Hijiki | 20 | A type of edible seaweed used in Japanese cuisine. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle enthusiasts, take note! These five-letter words ending in I can help you crack the code:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Sushi | A Japanese dish of vinegared rice and seafood. |
| Bindi | A decorative mark worn in the middle of the forehead by Indian women. |
| Nashi | A type of Asian pear. |
| Lassi | A traditional Indian yogurt-based drink. |
| Moxie | Courage or determination. |
| Kibbi | A Middle Eastern dish made of ground meat and bulgur wheat. |
| Radii | Plural of radius, a line from the center to the circumference of a circle. |
Unusual and rare word examples
If you're intrigued by the unusual and rare, these words ending in I will surely pique your interest:
Fulani
- Definition: An ethnic group spread across West Africa.
- Interesting Fact: The Fulani people are known for their nomadic pastoral lifestyle.
- Example in a Sentence: "The Fulani herders moved their cattle to new grazing lands."
Torii
- Definition: A traditional Japanese gate most commonly found at the entrance of Shinto shrines.
- Interesting Fact: The torii gate symbolizes the transition from the mundane to the sacred.
- Example in a Sentence: "Visitors passed through the torii before entering the shrine."
Samadhi
- Definition: A state of intense concentration achieved through meditation in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.
- Interesting Fact: Samadhi is considered the final stage of yoga, leading to spiritual enlightenment.
- Example in a Sentence: "The monk entered a deep state of samadhi during his meditation."
Djinni
- Definition: Supernatural beings in Islamic mythology capable of appearing in human or animal forms and influencing human affairs.
- Interesting Fact: The word "djinni" is the plural of "djinn," and they are often depicted as beings of fire.
- Example in a Sentence: "The ancient tales spoke of djinni who could grant wishes."
Ghazal
- Definition: A poetic form originating from Arabic literature, characterized by rhyming couplets and a refrain.
- Interesting Fact: Ghazals often express themes of love and loss.
- Example in a Sentence: "The poet recited a beautiful ghazal that moved the audience to tears."
Agouti
- Definition: A rodent of the genus Dasyprocta, native to Central and South America.
- Interesting Fact: Agoutis are known for their role in seed dispersal in tropical forests.
- Example in a Sentence: "The agouti scurried through the underbrush, searching for food."
Final words
And there you have it, a delightful romp through the world of words ending with I! Whether you're a word game enthusiast, a lover of unique vocabulary, or simply curious, these words offer a treasure trove of fun and fascination. Keep exploring, and let these words add a sprinkle of magic to your language adventures!
