4 letter words starting with l
Welcome to a world where language gets lively with four-letter words starting with L! Discover delightful words that add a little zest to everyday conversations. Whether you're a word wizard or just curious, dive in and explore this lively list that's sure to leave you longing for more linguistic fun!
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| like | 8 | prefer or wish to do something | Would you like to come along to the movies? |
| look | 8 | take charge of or deal with | - |
| love | 7 | sexual activities (often including sexual intercourse) between two people | his lovemaking disgusted her |
| life | 7 | the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities | he could no longer cope with the complexities of life |
| long | 5 | good at remembering | - |
| last | 4 | persist for a specified period of time | The bad weather lasted for three days |
| left | 7 | the hand that is on the left side of the body | jab with your left |
| live | 7 | actually being performed at the time of hearing or viewing | a live television program |
| lost | 4 | deeply absorbed in thought | lost in thought |
| late | 4 | in the recent past | lately the rules have been enforced |
| lady | 8 | a woman of refinement | a chauffeur opened the door of the limousine for the grand lady |
| lose | 4 | fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind | - |
| line | 4 | a course of reasoning aimed at demonstrating a truth or falsehood; the methodical process of logical reasoning | I can't follow your line of reasoning |
| lord | 5 | a titled peer of the realm | - |
| luck | 10 | an unknown and unpredictable phenomenon that leads to a favorable outcome | it was my good luck to be there |
| less | 4 | used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs | less interesting |
| land | 5 | material in the top layer of the surface of the earth in which plants can grow (especially with reference to its quality or use) | the land had never been plowed |
| lead | 5 | be in charge of | - |
| lots | 4 | to a very great degree or extent | - |
| legs | 5 | staying power | that old Broadway play really has legs |
| list | 4 | give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of | - |
| lock | 10 | a restraint incorporated into the ignition switch to prevent the use of a vehicle by persons who do not have the key | - |
| lift | 7 | lifting device consisting of a platform or cage that is raised and lowered mechanically in a vertical shaft in order to move people from one floor to another in a building | - |
| loud | 5 | with relatively high volume | the band played loudly |
| lied | 5 | a German art song of the 19th century for voice and piano | - |
| lake | 8 | a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land | - |
| liar | 4 | a person who has lied or who lies repeatedly | - |
| laid | 5 | set down according to a plan | a carefully laid table with places set for four people |
| loss | 4 | the amount by which the cost of a business exceeds its revenue | the company operated at a loss last year |
| load | 5 | a quantity that can be processed or transported at one time | the system broke down under excessive loads |
| loan | 4 | a word borrowed from another language; e.g. `blitz' is a German word borrowed into modern English | - |
| lack | 10 | be without | This soup lacks salt |
| laws | 7 | the first of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures comprising the first five books of the Hebrew Bible considered as a unit | - |
| lend | 5 | bestow a quality on | Her presence lends a certain cachet to the company |
| lion | 4 | large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male | - |
| luke | 8 | one of the four Gospels in the New Testament; contains details of Jesus's birth and early life | - |
| lily | 7 | any liliaceous plant of the genus Lilium having showy pendulous flowers | - |
| lazy | 16 | disinclined to work or exertion | too lazy to wash the dishes |
| ling | 5 | elongate freshwater cod of northern Europe and Asia and North America having barbels around its mouth | - |
| link | 8 | a two-way radio communication system (usually microwave); part of a more extensive telecommunication network | - |
| lane | 4 | a narrow way or road | - |
| lick | 10 | take up with the tongue | the cub licked the milk from its mother's breast |
| lamp | 8 | an artificial source of visible illumination | - |
| lame | 6 | deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg | - |
| leak | 8 | unauthorized (especially deliberate) disclosure of confidential information | - |
| lung | 5 | either of two saclike respiratory organs in the chest of vertebrates; serves to remove carbon dioxide and provide oxygen to the blood | - |
| lamb | 8 | a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child) | - |
| lean | 4 | lacking excess flesh | Yon Cassius has a lean and hungry look |
| leaf | 7 | look through a book or other written material | She leafed through the volume |
| lars | 4 | - | - |
| lawn | 7 | a field of cultivated and mowed grass | - |
| lust | 4 | have a craving, appetite, or great desire for | - |
| leap | 6 | a light, self-propelled movement upwards or forwards | - |
| lent | 4 | a period of 40 weekdays from Ash Wednesday to Holy Saturday | - |
| lulu | 4 | a very attractive or seductive looking woman | - |
| lens | 4 | genus of small erect or climbing herbs with pinnate leaves and small inconspicuous white flowers and small flattened pods: lentils | - |
| limo | 6 | large luxurious car; usually driven by a chauffeur | - |
| luna | 4 | (Roman mythology) the goddess of the Moon; counterpart of Greek Selene | - |
| lure | 4 | anything that serves as an enticement | - |
| loop | 6 | wind around something in coils or loops | - |
| lump | 8 | group or chunk together in a certain order or place side by side | - |
| lone | 4 | lacking companions or companionship | he was alone when we met him |
| lava | 7 | rock that in its molten form (as magma) issues from volcanos; lava is what magma is called when it reaches the surface | - |
| limp | 8 | the uneven manner of walking that results from an injured leg | - |
| lang | 5 | - | - |
| loot | 4 | goods or money obtained illegally | - |
| lana | 4 | - | - |
| lime | 6 | any of various related trees bearing limes | - |
| lama | 6 | llamas | - |
| limb | 8 | any projection that is thought to resemble a human arm | - |
| loft | 7 | a raised shelter in which pigeons are kept | - |
| lice | 6 | - | - |
| loaf | 7 | be lazy or idle | - |
| logo | 5 | a company emblem or device | - |
| lace | 6 | add alcohol to (beverages) | - |
| lakh | 11 | the cardinal number that is the fifth power of ten | - |
| lair | 4 | the habitation of wild animals | - |
| lass | 4 | a girl or young woman who is unmarried | - |
| lima | 6 | capital and largest city and economic center of Peru; located in western Peru; was capital of the Spanish empire in the New World until the 19th century | - |
| lobe | 6 | (anatomy) a somewhat rounded subdivision of a bodily organ or part | ear lobe |
| ludo | 5 | a simple board game in which players move counters according to the throw of dice | - |
| luce | 6 | United States publisher of magazines (1898-1967) | - |
| lest | 4 | - | - |
| lyra | 7 | a small constellation in the northern hemisphere near Cygnus and Draco; contains the star Vega | - |
| lino | 4 | a floor covering | - |
| lush | 7 | a person who drinks alcohol to excess habitually | - |
| loco | 6 | informal or slang terms for mentally irregular | - |
| lobo | 6 | - | - |
| loch | 9 | a long narrow inlet of the sea in Scotland (especially when it is nearly landlocked) | - |
| lark | 8 | a songbird that lives mainly on the ground in open country; has streaky brown plumage | - |
| lira | 4 | the basic unit of money in Turkey | - |
| lire | 4 | - | - |
| lube | 6 | apply a lubricant to | - |
| lard | 5 | add details to | - |
| lear | 4 | the hero of William Shakespeare's tragedy who was betrayed and mistreated by two of his scheming daughters | - |
| lilo | 4 | a type of inflatable air mattress | - |
| lash | 7 | leather strip that forms the flexible part of a whip | - |
| linn | 4 | - | - |
| levy | 10 | cause to assemble or enlist in the military | - |
| loon | 4 | a person with confused ideas; incapable of serious thought | - |
| lain | 4 | - | - |
| lien | 4 | a large dark-red oval organ on the left side of the body between the stomach and the diaphragm; produces cells involved in immune responses | - |
| lowe | 7 | - | - |
| lewd | 8 | suggestive of or tending to moral looseness | lewd pictures |
| lore | 4 | knowledge gained through tradition or anecdote | early peoples passed on plant and animal lore through legend |
| leno | 4 | - | - |
| lull | 4 | a pause during which things are calm or activities are diminished | - |
| lido | 5 | a recreational facility including a swimming pool for water sports | - |
| lute | 4 | a substance for packing a joint or coating a porous surface to make it impervious to gas or liquid | - |
| lode | 5 | a deposit of valuable ore occurring within definite boundaries separating it from surrounding rocks | - |
| lout | 4 | an awkward stupid person | - |
| lint | 4 | cotton or linen fabric with the nap raised on one side; used to dress wounds | - |
| lurk | 8 | be about | - |
| lite | 4 | having relatively few calories | light (or lite) beer |
| loin | 4 | either side of the backbone between the hipbone and the ribs in humans as well as quadrupeds | - |
| lieu | 4 | the post or function properly or customarily occupied or served by another | in lieu of |
| lota | 4 | burbot | - |
| luau | 4 | an elaborate Hawaiian feast or party (especially one accompanied by traditional foods and entertainment) | - |
| lind | 5 | Swedish soprano who toured the United States under the management of P. T. Barnum (1820-1887) | - |
| loom | 6 | appear very large or occupy a commanding position | Large shadows loomed on the canyon wall |
| lynx | 14 | short-tailed wildcats with usually tufted ears; valued for their fur | - |
| lyre | 7 | a harp used by ancient Greeks for accompaniment | - |
| lisp | 6 | a flexible procedure-oriented programing language that manipulates symbols in the form of lists | - |
| leer | 4 | a facial expression of contempt or scorn; the upper lip curls | - |
| loca | 6 | - | - |
| lacy | 9 | made of or resembling lace | a lacy gown |
| leek | 8 | plant having a large slender white bulb and flat overlapping dark green leaves; used in cooking; believed derived from the wild Allium ampeloprasum | - |
| loup | 6 | - | - |
| lees | 4 | the sediment from fermentation of an alcoholic beverage | - |
| laze | 13 | be idle; exist in a changeless situation | - |
| lune | 4 | - | - |
| lade | 5 | remove with or as if with a ladle | - |
| loma | 6 | - | - |
| lope | 6 | a slow pace of running | - |
| loos | 4 | Austrian architect (1870-1933) | - |
| lave | 7 | wash one's face and hands | - |
| lier | 4 | - | - |
| lech | 9 | man with strong sexual desires | - |
| lari | 4 | gulls; terns; jaegers; skimmers | - |
| laud | 5 | praise, glorify, or honor | - |
| loam | 6 | a rich soil consisting of a mixture of sand and clay and decaying organic materials | - |
| luge | 5 | move along on a luge or toboggan | - |
| luxe | 11 | elegant and sumptuous | a deluxe car |
| lats | 4 | the basic unit of money in Latvia | - |
| lory | 7 | small brightly colored Australasian parrots having a brush-tipped tongue for feeding on nectar and soft fruits | - |
| levo | 7 | - | - |
| lief | 7 | in a willing manner | - |
| loll | 4 | hang loosely or laxly | His tongue lolled |
| loir | 4 | large European dormouse | - |
| lunt | 4 | United States actor who performed with his wife Lynn Fontanne in many stage productions (1893-1977) | - |
| leat | 4 | - | - |
| lede | 5 | the introductory section of a story | - |
| leis | 4 | - | - |
| lilt | 4 | a jaunty rhythm in music | - |
| loci | 6 | - | - |
| luff | 10 | sail close to the wind | - |
| luny | 7 | - | - |
| lank | 8 | long and lean | - |
| leva | 7 | - | - |
| loge | 5 | private area in a theater or grandstand where a small group can watch the performance | - |
| lorn | 4 | - | - |
| leal | 4 | faithful and true | leal to the core of her intrepid Scottish heart |
| labs | 6 | - | - |
| lacs | 6 | - | - |
| lads | 5 | - | - |
| laer | 4 | - | - |
| lags | 5 | - | - |
| lahs | 7 | - | - |
| laic | 6 | characteristic of those who are not members of the clergy | set his collar in laic rather than clerical position |
| laik | 8 | - | - |
| laky | 11 | - | - |
| lall | 4 | - | - |
| lams | 6 | - | - |
| lant | 4 | - | - |
| lanx | 11 | - | - |
| laps | 6 | - | - |
| lare | 4 | - | - |
| larn | 4 | gain knowledge or skills | - |
| lase | 4 | - | - |
| lath | 7 | a narrow thin strip of wood used as backing for plaster or to make latticework | - |
| lati | 4 | - | - |
| latu | 4 | - | - |
| lauf | 7 | - | - |
| lavs | 7 | - | - |
| lawk | 11 | - | - |
| lays | 7 | - | - |
| lazo | 13 | - | - |
| leam | 6 | - | - |
| leas | 4 | - | - |
| leed | 5 | - | - |
| leep | 6 | - | - |
| leet | 4 | - | - |
| lehr | 7 | - | - |
| leir | 4 | - | - |
| leke | 8 | - | - |
| leks | 8 | - | - |
| leku | 8 | - | - |
| leme | 6 | - | - |
| leng | 5 | - | - |
| leps | 6 | - | - |
| lept | 6 | - | - |
| lere | 4 | - | - |
| lerp | 6 | - | - |
| lets | 4 | - | - |
| leud | 5 | - | - |
| leve | 7 | - | - |
| levs | 7 | - | - |
| leys | 7 | - | - |
| lezz | 22 | - | - |
| lias | 4 | - | - |
| libs | 6 | - | - |
| lich | 9 | - | - |
| lids | 5 | - | - |
| lies | 4 | - | - |
| ligs | 5 | - | - |
| lill | 4 | - | - |
| limn | 6 | trace the shape of | - |
| limy | 9 | - | - |
| lins | 4 | - | - |
| liny | 7 | - | - |
| lipa | 6 | - | - |
| lipe | 6 | - | - |
| lipo | 6 | - | - |
| lips | 6 | - | - |
| liri | 4 | - | - |
| lirk | 8 | - | - |
| lisk | 8 | - | - |
| lith | 7 | - | - |
| lits | 4 | - | - |
| litu | 4 | - | - |
| lobi | 6 | - | - |
| lobs | 6 | - | - |
| lods | 5 | - | - |
| logs | 5 | - | - |
| logy | 8 | stunned or confused and slow to react (as from blows or drunkenness or exhaustion) | - |
| loid | 5 | - | - |
| loke | 8 | - | - |
| lolz | 13 | - | - |
| lome | 6 | capital and largest city of Togo; located in the south on the Gulf of Guinea | - |
| loof | 7 | - | - |
| loor | 4 | - | - |
| lops | 6 | - | - |
| losh | 7 | - | - |
| lote | 4 | - | - |
| loth | 7 | unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom | - |
| loti | 4 | the basic unit of money in Lesotho | - |
| loto | 4 | - | - |
| loun | 4 | - | - |
| lour | 4 | set lower | - |
| lous | 4 | - | - |
| lown | 7 | - | - |
| lowp | 9 | - | - |
| lows | 7 | - | - |
| lowt | 7 | - | - |
| loys | 7 | - | - |
| lude | 5 | - | - |
| luds | 5 | - | - |
| lues | 4 | a common venereal disease caused by the treponema pallidum spirochete; symptoms change through progressive stages; can be congenital (transmitted through the placenta) | - |
| lugs | 5 | - | - |
| luit | 4 | - | - |
| lulz | 13 | - | - |
| luma | 6 | - | - |
| lums | 6 | - | - |
| lunk | 8 | - | - |
| luns | 4 | - | - |
| lurs | 4 | - | - |
| lusk | 8 | - | - |
| lutz | 13 | - | - |
| luvs | 7 | - | - |
| lwei | 7 | 100 lwei equal 1 kwanza in Angola | - |
| lyam | 9 | - | - |
| lych | 12 | - | - |
| lyes | 7 | - | - |
| lyme | 9 | - | - |
| lyms | 9 | - | - |
| lyne | 7 | - | - |
| lyse | 7 | - | - |
| lyte | 7 | - | - |
Step into the playful realm where language meets letters, creating a delightful dance of sounds and meanings. Today, we’re exploring an intriguing category: four-letter words that begin with the letter "L". These words possess a unique charm, often snappy and succinct, yet packed with meaning. Through clever combinations of vowels and consonants, they offer a linguistic playground that influences pronunciation and adds flavor to everyday conversation. From lively expressions to languid tones, let's dive into the fun-filled world of these linguistically little yet lively words.
About 4 Letter Words Starting with L
The letter "L" is a linguistic gem, seamlessly blending with vowels and consonants to create a wide array of words. As the twelfth letter of the alphabet, it frequently appears in English vocabulary, often lending a soft or rolling sound to words. This is particularly evident in four-letter words where the combination of "L" with other letters results in diverse meanings and pronunciations. Consider "love" and "lack," both starting with "L" but evoking completely different emotions and actions through a simple quartet of letters.
The positioning of "L" in these words affects how they roll off the tongue, sometimes softening harsh sounds or adding a playful twist. A word like "lure" suggests attraction and charm, while "leap" brings to mind energetic movement. This versatility makes "L" a fascinating letter that contributes to language's depth and dynamism. With such a rich palette of four-letter words, "L" truly stands out as a vital component of English vocabulary.
Popular Word Examples
Four-letter words beginning with "L" have found their way into many aspects of everyday communication. Let's explore some popular examples that showcase their diversity and charm.
Leap
- Definition: To jump or spring a long way, to a great height, or with great force.
- Example in a Sentence: The frog took a leap across the pond.
- Fun Fact: "Leap" is often used metaphorically to describe taking chances or making significant progress.
Lime
- Definition: A small, green citrus fruit known for its acidic juice.
- Example in a Sentence: She added a slice of lime to her drink for a refreshing twist.
- Fun Fact: Limes were historically used by sailors to prevent scurvy, leading to the British nickname "limey."
Lend
- Definition: To give something to someone for temporary use.
- Example in a Sentence: Could you lend me your pen for a moment?
- Fun Fact: The term "lend" has roots in Old English "lænan," related to the concept of granting.
Lush
- Definition: Growing luxuriantly; rich and abundant.
- Example in a Sentence: The garden was lush with colorful flowers and greenery.
- Fun Fact: "Lush" can also describe a person who drinks excessively, showing the word's versatile usage.
Lure
- Definition: Something that tempts or is used to tempt a person or animal to do something.
- Example in a Sentence: The fisherman used a shiny lure to attract fish.
- Fun Fact: "Lure" originates from the Middle English "luere," referring to a decoy used in falconry.
High-Scoring Scrabble Examples
In the world of Scrabble, choosing the right word can make all the difference. Here are some high-scoring words that fit our theme:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Luck | 10 | Success or failure apparently brought by chance rather than through one's own actions. |
| Laze | 13 | Spend time in a relaxed, lazy manner. |
| Lick | 10 | To pass the tongue over something. |
| Lump | 8 | A compact mass of a substance. |
| Link | 8 | A relationship between two things or situations. |
Popular 5-Letter Words for Wordle
For Wordle enthusiasts, here's a selection of five-letter words starting with "L" that might just help you crack the code:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Learn | Gain or acquire knowledge of or skill in. |
| Light | The natural agent that stimulates sight. |
| Laugh | Make sounds and movements of the face and body that express amusement. |
| Ledge | A narrow horizontal surface projecting from a wall. |
| Legal | Relating to the law. |
Unusual and Rare Word Examples
Dive into the less-traveled path of language with these rare and unusual four-letter words starting with "L".
Loon
- Definition: A large bird known for its distinctive calls and diving ability.
- Interesting Fact: Loons are typically found in North American lakes and are known for their haunting, eerie cries.
- Example in a Sentence: The loon’s call echoed across the still lake at dusk.
Lilt
- Definition: A characteristic rising and falling of the voice when speaking; a pleasant gentle accent.
- Interesting Fact: "Lilt" is often associated with musical or rhythmic speech patterns, adding a melodious quality to dialogue.
- Example in a Sentence: Her voice had a delightful Irish lilt that was enchanting.
Lark
- Definition: A small ground-dwelling songbird known for its melodious tune.
- Interesting Fact: "Lark" is also used to describe a carefree adventure or outing, stemming from the bird's joyful song.
- Example in a Sentence: We went for a lark in the countryside to enjoy the sunny day.
Lobe
- Definition: A rounded projection or division, especially of a bodily organ.
- Interesting Fact: The human brain is divided into several lobes, each responsible for different functions.
- Example in a Sentence: The injury affected the frontal lobe of his brain.
Lore
- Definition: Traditional knowledge or beliefs, typically passed down through generations.
- Interesting Fact: The word "lore" is often used in the context of myths, legends, and folklore.
- Example in a Sentence: The old man shared tales of local lore around the campfire.
Final Words
Four-letter words starting with "L" add a sprinkle of curiosity and a dash of fun to our language. Whether you're jumping into a game of Scrabble or pondering over a Wordle puzzle, these words offer countless opportunities to enrich and enliven your linguistic adventures. So next time you find yourself in a wordy discussion, let these lively "L" words lead the way!
