5 letter words starting with l
Looking to level up your word game? Dive into the lively world of five-letter words starting with 'L.' Whether you're a word whiz or just love linguistics, these words will light up your vocabulary and lend a little extra flair to your conversations. Let's get started and learn some lovely lexicon!
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| leave | 8 | leave unchanged or undisturbed or refrain from taking | leave it as is |
| later | 5 | coming at a subsequent time or stage | - |
| least | 5 | used to form the superlative | The garter snake is the least dangerous snake |
| light | 9 | the quality of being luminous; emitting or reflecting light | - |
| lives | 8 | - | - |
| lucky | 14 | presaging or likely to bring good luck or a good outcome | lucky stars |
| learn | 5 | commit to memory; learn by heart | - |
| loved | 9 | held dear | his loved companion of many years |
| lying | 9 | the deliberate act of deviating from the truth | - |
| lunch | 10 | a midday meal | - |
| liked | 10 | found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form | a well-liked teacher |
| lived | 9 | - | - |
| laugh | 9 | produce laughter | - |
| level | 8 | a specific identifiable position in a continuum or series or especially in a process | - |
| large | 6 | in a boastful manner | - |
| local | 7 | anesthetic that numbs a particular area of the body | - |
| lover | 8 | an ardent follower and admirer | - |
| lines | 5 | - | - |
| lower | 8 | cause to drop or sink | - |
| loose | 5 | (of textures) full of small openings or gaps | a loose weave |
| legal | 6 | having legal efficacy or force | - |
| loser | 5 | a person with a record of failing; someone who loses consistently | - |
| laura | 5 | - | - |
| louis | 5 | United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion for 12 years (1914-1981) | - |
| limit | 7 | the mathematical value toward which a function goes as the independent variable approaches infinity | - |
| lousy | 8 | vile; despicable | a dirty (or lousy) trick |
| liver | 8 | having a reddish-brown color | - |
| loyal | 8 | inspired by love for your country | - |
| lewis | 8 | United States novelist who satirized middle-class America in his novel Main Street (1885-1951) | - |
| labor | 7 | a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages | there is a shortage of skilled labor in this field |
| lands | 6 | - | - |
| lemon | 7 | a strong yellow color | - |
| loads | 6 | a large number or amount | - |
| lance | 7 | a surgical knife with a pointed double-edged blade; used for punctures and small incisions | - |
| label | 7 | trade name of a company that produces musical recordings | the artists and repertoire department of a recording label is responsible for finding new talent |
| lions | 5 | - | - |
| lobby | 12 | detain in conversation by or as if by holding on to the outer garments of; as for political or economic favors | - |
| logic | 8 | a system of reasoning | - |
| logan | 6 | a mountain peak in the St. Elias Range in the southwestern Yukon Territory in Canada (19,850 feet high) | - |
| laser | 5 | an acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation; an optical device that produces an intense monochromatic beam of coherent light | - |
| lined | 6 | (used especially of skin) marked by lines or seams | their lined faces were immeasurably sad |
| lodge | 7 | provide housing for | - |
| layer | 8 | an abstract place usually conceived as having depth | a simile has at least two layers of meaning |
| lease | 5 | grant use or occupation of under a term of contract | - |
| laden | 6 | remove with or as if with a ladle | - |
| louie | 5 | - | - |
| liang | 6 | - | - |
| lords | 6 | - | - |
| lotte | 5 | fishes having large mouths with a wormlike filament attached for luring prey | - |
| lynch | 13 | kill without legal sanction | The blood-thirsty mob lynched the alleged killer of the child |
| links | 9 | a golf course that is built on sandy ground near a shore | - |
| lists | 5 | - | - |
| leash | 8 | a figurative restraint | kept a tight leash on his emotions |
| lotus | 5 | native to eastern Asia; widely cultivated for its large pink or white flowers | - |
| lefty | 11 | a person who uses the left hand with greater skill than the right | - |
| lunar | 5 | of or relating to or associated with the moon | lunar surface |
| lotta | 5 | - | - |
| lever | 8 | a flat metal tumbler in a lever lock | - |
| latte | 5 | strong espresso coffee with a topping of frothed steamed milk | - |
| legit | 6 | - | - |
| lowly | 11 | of low birth or station (`base' is archaic in this sense) | of humble (or lowly) birth |
| linen | 5 | a high-quality paper made of linen fibers or with a linen finish | - |
| lorry | 8 | a large truck designed to carry heavy loads; usually without sides | - |
| lumpy | 12 | like or containing small sticky lumps | - |
| lemme | 9 | - | - |
| loony | 8 | someone deranged and possibly dangerous | - |
| lacey | 10 | - | - |
| ledge | 7 | a projecting ridge on a mountain or submerged under water | - |
| loner | 5 | a person who avoids the company or assistance of others | - |
| linux | 12 | an open-source version of the UNIX operating system | - |
| lotto | 5 | a game in which numbered balls are drawn at random and players cover the corresponding numbers on their cards | - |
| leech | 10 | a follower who hangs around a host (without benefit to the host) in hope of gain or advantage | - |
| lucid | 8 | (of language) transparently clear; easily understandable | lucid directions |
| latch | 10 | spring-loaded doorlock that can only be opened from the outside with a key | - |
| lapse | 7 | a mistake resulting from inattention | - |
| largo | 6 | (music) a composition or passage that is to be performed in a slow and dignified manner | - |
| liner | 5 | a piece of cloth that is used as the inside surface of a garment | - |
| llama | 7 | wild or domesticated South American cud-chewing animal related to camels but smaller and lacking a hump | - |
| longs | 6 | - | - |
| leper | 7 | a person afflicted with leprosy | - |
| lyric | 10 | expressing deep emotion | the dancer's lyrical performance |
| laced | 8 | closed with a lace | snugly laced shoes |
| liter | 5 | a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints) | - |
| latex | 12 | a water-base paint that has a latex binder | - |
| leone | 5 | the basic unit of money in Sierra Leone; equal to 100 cents | - |
| lilac | 7 | of a pale purple color | - |
| limbo | 9 | the state of being disregarded or forgotten | - |
| leary | 8 | United States psychologist who experimented with psychoactive drugs (including LSD) and became a well-known advocate of their use (1920-1996) | - |
| lingo | 6 | a characteristic language of a particular group (as among thieves) | they don't speak our lingo |
| lupus | 7 | a constellation in the southern hemisphere near Centaurus | - |
| lamia | 7 | (folklore) a corpse that rises at night to drink the blood of the living | - |
| litre | 5 | a metric unit of capacity, formerly defined as the volume of one kilogram of pure water under standard conditions; now equal to 1,000 cubic centimeters (or approximately 1.75 pints) | - |
| looky | 12 | - | - |
| lazar | 14 | a person afflicted with leprosy | - |
| lofty | 11 | of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style | a noble and lofty concept |
| leapt | 7 | - | - |
| louse | 5 | wingless usually flattened bloodsucking insect parasitic on warm-blooded animals | - |
| lindy | 9 | an energetic American dance that was popular in the 1930s (probably named for the aviator Charles Lindbergh) | - |
| lovey | 11 | - | - |
| lager | 6 | a general term for beer made with bottom fermenting yeast (usually by decoction mashing); originally it was brewed in March or April and matured until September | - |
| laird | 6 | a landowner | - |
| loins | 5 | the lower part of the abdomen just above the external genital organs | - |
| lurch | 10 | loiter about, with no apparent aim | - |
| liven | 8 | make lively | let's liven up this room a bit |
| lordy | 9 | - | - |
| liege | 6 | city in eastern Belgium; largest French-speaking city in Belgium | - |
| lasso | 5 | Belgian composer (1532-1594) | - |
| leaky | 12 | prone to communicate confidential information | - |
| lolly | 8 | ice cream or water ice on a small wooden stick | in England a popsicle is called an ice lolly |
| loopy | 10 | informal or slang terms for mentally irregular | - |
| ladle | 6 | remove with or as if with a ladle | ladle the water out of the bowl |
| liana | 5 | a woody climbing usually tropical plant | - |
| larch | 10 | any of numerous conifers of the genus Larix all having deciduous needlelike leaves | - |
| labia | 7 | - | - |
| locus | 7 | the scene of any event or action (especially the place of a meeting) | - |
| libra | 7 | the seventh sign of the zodiac; the sun is in this sign from about September 23 to October 22 | - |
| libel | 7 | a false and malicious publication printed for the purpose of defaming a living person | - |
| levin | 8 | - | - |
| livid | 9 | discolored by coagulation of blood beneath the skin | livid bruises |
| lowry | 11 | English novelist (1909-1957) | - |
| lunge | 6 | make a thrusting forward movement | - |
| limes | 7 | - | - |
| lymph | 15 | a thin coagulable fluid (similar to plasma but) containing white blood cells (lymphocytes) and chyle; is conveyed to the blood stream by lymphatic vessels | - |
| leafy | 11 | having or covered with leaves | leafy trees |
| lifer | 8 | a prisoner serving a term of life imprisonment | - |
| luger | 6 | someone who races the luge | - |
| larva | 8 | the immature free-living form of most invertebrates and amphibians and fish which at hatching from the egg is fundamentally unlike its parent and must metamorphose | - |
| leant | 5 | - | - |
| lapel | 7 | lap at the front of a coat; continuation of the coat collar | - |
| logos | 6 | the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity (incarnate in Jesus) | - |
| leggy | 10 | having long legs | - |
| lemur | 7 | large-eyed arboreal prosimian having foxy faces and long furry tails | - |
| laker | 9 | - | - |
| lupin | 7 | any plant of the genus Lupinus; bearing erect spikes of usually purplish-blue flowers | - |
| letch | 10 | man with strong sexual desires | - |
| lusty | 8 | endowed with or exhibiting great bodily or mental health | - |
| limey | 10 | a man of English descent | - |
| lohan | 8 | a Buddhist who has attained nirvana | - |
| lathe | 8 | machine tool for shaping metal or wood; the workpiece turns about a horizontal axis against a fixed tool | - |
| lanky | 12 | tall and thin and having long slender limbs | a lanky kid transformed almost overnight into a handsome young man |
| lippy | 12 | - | - |
| leach | 10 | permeate or penetrate gradually | the fertilizer leached into the ground |
| loach | 10 | slender freshwater fishes of Eurasia and Africa resembling catfishes | - |
| lurid | 6 | glaringly vivid and graphic; marked by sensationalism | lurid details of the accident |
| leman | 7 | - | - |
| lamas | 7 | - | - |
| likin | 9 | - | - |
| levis | 8 | a popular brand of jeans | - |
| lumen | 7 | a unit of luminous flux equal to the amount of light given out through a solid angle of 1 steradian by a point source of 1 candela intensity radiating uniformly in all directions | - |
| lysol | 8 | a clear oily brown solution of cresols in soap; used as an antiseptic and disinfectant | - |
| lamer | 7 | - | - |
| liken | 9 | consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous | - |
| leery | 8 | openly distrustful and unwilling to confide | - |
| liber | 7 | - | - |
| loath | 8 | unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom | loath to admit a mistake |
| lucre | 7 | the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses) | - |
| liane | 5 | - | - |
| lithe | 8 | gracefully thin and bending and moving with ease | - |
| lumme | 9 | - | - |
| lagan | 6 | goods (or wreckage) on the sea bed that is attached to a buoy so that it can be recovered | - |
| laval | 8 | - | - |
| laver | 8 | edible red seaweeds | - |
| layup | 10 | a basketball shot made with one hand from a position under or beside the basket (and usually banked off the backboard) | - |
| linin | 5 | an obsolete term for the network of viscous material in the cell nucleus on which the chromatin granules were thought to be suspended | - |
| loamy | 10 | consisting of or having the character of loam | richy loamy soil |
| 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 | - |
| lapis | 7 | - | - |
| lardy | 9 | - | - |
| lento | 5 | in music | Play this lento, please |
| levee | 8 | a formal reception of visitors or guests (as at a royal court) | - |
| livre | 8 | - | - |
| loden | 6 | - | - |
| lames | 7 | - | - |
| lapin | 7 | the fur of a rabbit | - |
| lauds | 6 | - | - |
| licht | 10 | - | - |
| liker | 9 | - | - |
| lisle | 5 | a strong tightly twisted cotton thread (usually made of long-staple cotton) | - |
| loupe | 7 | small magnifying glass (usually set in an eyepiece) used by jewelers and horologists | - |
| lanai | 5 | an island of central Hawaii; a pineapple-growing area | - |
| leger | 6 | French painter who was an early cubist (1881-1955) | - |
| liger | 6 | offspring of a male lion and a female tiger | - |
| litho | 8 | - | - |
| llano | 5 | an extensive grassy and nearly treeless plain (especially in Latin America) | - |
| loofa | 8 | the dried fibrous part of the fruit of a plant of the genus Luffa; used as a washing sponge or strainer | - |
| labra | 7 | - | - |
| lamed | 8 | - | - |
| leavy | 11 | - | - |
| lemma | 9 | the lower and stouter of the two glumes immediately enclosing the floret in most Gramineae | - |
| linch | 10 | - | - |
| lipid | 8 | an oily organic compound insoluble in water but soluble in organic solvents; essential structural component of living cells (along with proteins and carbohydrates) | - |
| looby | 10 | - | - |
| laari | 5 | - | - |
| labda | 8 | - | - |
| labis | 7 | - | - |
| lacer | 7 | a workman who laces shoes or footballs or books (during binding) | - |
| laces | 7 | - | - |
| lacet | 7 | - | - |
| lacks | 11 | - | - |
| laddy | 10 | - | - |
| laded | 7 | - | - |
| lader | 6 | - | - |
| lades | 6 | - | - |
| laers | 5 | - | - |
| laevo | 8 | - | - |
| lahal | 8 | - | - |
| lahar | 8 | an avalanche of volcanic water and mud down the slopes of a volcano | - |
| laich | 10 | - | - |
| laics | 7 | - | - |
| laids | 6 | - | - |
| laigh | 9 | - | - |
| laika | 9 | - | - |
| laiks | 9 | - | - |
| lairs | 5 | - | - |
| lairy | 8 | - | - |
| laith | 8 | - | - |
| laity | 8 | in Christianity, members of a religious community that do not have the priestly responsibilities of ordained clergy | - |
| laked | 10 | - | - |
| lakes | 9 | - | - |
| lakhs | 12 | - | - |
| lakin | 9 | - | - |
| laksa | 9 | - | - |
| laldy | 9 | - | - |
| lalls | 5 | - | - |
| lambs | 9 | - | - |
| lamby | 12 | - | - |
| lammy | 12 | - | - |
| lamps | 9 | - | - |
| lanas | 5 | - | - |
| lanch | 10 | - | - |
| lande | 6 | - | - |
| lanes | 5 | - | - |
| lanks | 9 | - | - |
| lants | 5 | - | - |
| lapje | 14 | - | - |
| lards | 6 | - | - |
| laree | 5 | - | - |
| lares | 5 | - | - |
| laris | 5 | - | - |
| larks | 9 | - | - |
| larky | 12 | - | - |
| larns | 5 | - | - |
| larnt | 5 | - | - |
| larum | 7 | - | - |
| lased | 6 | - | - |
| lases | 5 | - | - |
| lassi | 5 | - | - |
| lassu | 5 | - | - |
| lassy | 8 | - | - |
| lasts | 5 | - | - |
| latah | 8 | - | - |
| lated | 6 | - | - |
| laten | 5 | - | - |
| lathi | 8 | club consisting of a heavy stick (often bamboo) bound with iron; used by police in India | - |
| laths | 8 | - | - |
| lathy | 11 | - | - |
| latke | 9 | made of grated potato and egg with a little flour | - |
| latus | 5 | - | - |
| lauan | 5 | - | - |
| lauch | 10 | - | - |
| laufs | 8 | - | - |
| laund | 6 | - | - |
| lavas | 8 | - | - |
| laved | 9 | - | - |
| laves | 8 | - | - |
| lavra | 8 | - | - |
| lavvy | 14 | - | - |
| lawed | 9 | - | - |
| lawer | 8 | - | - |
| lawin | 8 | - | - |
| lawks | 12 | - | - |
| lawns | 8 | - | - |
| lawny | 11 | - | - |
| laxed | 13 | - | - |
| laxer | 12 | - | - |
| laxes | 12 | - | - |
| laxly | 15 | in a permissively lenient manner | - |
| layed | 9 | - | - |
| layin | 8 | - | - |
| lazed | 15 | - | - |
| lazes | 14 | - | - |
| lazos | 14 | - | - |
| lazzi | 23 | - | - |
| lazzo | 23 | - | - |
| leads | 6 | - | - |
| leady | 9 | - | - |
| leafs | 8 | - | - |
| leaks | 9 | - | - |
| leams | 7 | - | - |
| leans | 5 | - | - |
| leany | 8 | - | - |
| leaps | 7 | - | - |
| leare | 5 | - | - |
| lears | 5 | - | - |
| leats | 5 | - | - |
| leaze | 14 | - | - |
| leben | 7 | - | - |
| leccy | 12 | - | - |
| ledes | 6 | - | - |
| ledgy | 10 | - | - |
| ledum | 8 | evergreen shrubs of north temperate regions | - |
| leear | 5 | - | - |
| leeks | 9 | - | - |
| leeps | 7 | - | - |
| leers | 5 | - | - |
| leese | 5 | - | - |
| leets | 5 | - | - |
| leeze | 14 | - | - |
| lefte | 8 | - | - |
| lefts | 8 | - | - |
| leges | 6 | - | - |
| legge | 7 | - | - |
| leggo | 7 | - | - |
| lehrs | 8 | - | - |
| lehua | 8 | - | - |
| leirs | 5 | - | - |
| leish | 8 | - | - |
| lemed | 8 | - | - |
| lemel | 7 | - | - |
| lemes | 7 | - | - |
| lends | 6 | - | - |
| lenes | 5 | - | - |
| lengs | 6 | - | - |
| lenis | 5 | - | - |
| lenos | 5 | - | - |
| lense | 5 | a transparent optical device used to converge or diverge transmitted light and to form images | - |
| lenti | 5 | - | - |
| lepid | 8 | - | - |
| lepra | 7 | - | - |
| lepta | 7 | - | - |
| lered | 6 | - | - |
| leres | 5 | - | - |
| lerps | 7 | - | - |
| lesbo | 7 | - | - |
| leses | 5 | - | - |
| lests | 5 | - | - |
| lethe | 8 | (Greek mythology) a river in Hades; the souls of the dead had to drink from it, which made them forget all they had done and suffered when they were alive | - |
| letup | 7 | a pause during which things are calm or activities are diminished | there was never a letup in the noise |
| leuch | 10 | - | - |
| leuco | 7 | - | - |
| leuds | 6 | - | - |
| leugh | 9 | - | - |
| levas | 8 | - | - |
| leves | 8 | - | - |
| lexes | 12 | - | - |
| lexis | 12 | all of the words in a language; all word forms having meaning or grammatical function | - |
| lezes | 14 | - | - |
| lezza | 23 | - | - |
| lezzy | 26 | - | - |
| liard | 6 | - | - |
| liars | 5 | - | - |
| liart | 5 | - | - |
| libri | 7 | - | - |
| lichi | 10 | Chinese fruit having a thin brittle shell enclosing a sweet jellylike pulp and a single seed; often dried | - |
| licit | 7 | authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law | - |
| licks | 11 | - | - |
| lidar | 6 | a measuring system that detects and locates objects on the same principle as radar but uses light from a laser; a potential technology for detecting air turbulence that can affect aircraft | - |
| lidos | 6 | - | - |
| liefs | 8 | - | - |
| liens | 5 | - | - |
| liers | 5 | - | - |
| lieus | 5 | - | - |
| lieve | 8 | - | - |
| lifes | 8 | - | - |
| lifts | 8 | - | - |
| ligan | 6 | goods (or wreckage) on the sea bed that is attached to a buoy so that it can be recovered | - |
| ligge | 7 | - | - |
| ligne | 6 | a linear unit (1/40 inch) used to measure diameter of buttons | - |
| likes | 9 | - | - |
| lills | 5 | - | - |
| lilos | 5 | - | - |
| lilts | 5 | - | - |
| liman | 7 | a long narrow lagoon near the mouth of a river | - |
| limas | 7 | - | - |
| limax | 14 | a genus of Limacidae | - |
| limba | 9 | - | - |
| limbi | 9 | - | - |
| limbs | 9 | - | - |
| limby | 12 | - | - |
| limed | 8 | - | - |
| limen | 7 | the smallest detectable sensation | - |
| limma | 9 | - | - |
| limns | 7 | - | - |
| limos | 7 | - | - |
| limpa | 9 | a rye bread made with molasses or brown sugar | - |
| limps | 9 | - | - |
| linac | 7 | ions are accelerated along a linear path by voltage differences on electrodes along the path | - |
| linds | 6 | - | - |
| liney | 8 | - | - |
| linga | 6 | - | - |
| lings | 6 | - | - |
| lingy | 9 | - | - |
| linky | 12 | - | - |
| linns | 5 | - | - |
| linny | 8 | - | - |
| linos | 5 | - | - |
| lints | 5 | - | - |
| linty | 8 | - | - |
| linum | 7 | a herbaceous plant genus of the family Linaceae with small sessile leaves | - |
| lipas | 7 | - | - |
| lipes | 7 | - | - |
| lipin | 7 | - | - |
| lipos | 7 | - | - |
| liras | 5 | - | - |
| lirks | 9 | - | - |
| lirot | 5 | - | - |
| lisks | 9 | - | - |
| lisps | 7 | - | - |
| litai | 5 | - | - |
| litas | 5 | the basic unit of money in Lithuania | - |
| lited | 6 | - | - |
| lites | 5 | - | - |
| liths | 8 | - | - |
| livor | 8 | - | - |
| loafs | 8 | - | - |
| loams | 7 | - | - |
| loans | 5 | - | - |
| loast | 5 | - | - |
| loave | 8 | - | - |
| lobar | 7 | of or relating to or affecting a lobe | lobar pneumonia |
| lobed | 8 | having deeply indented margins but with lobes not entirely separate from each other | - |
| lobes | 7 | - | - |
| lobos | 7 | - | - |
| lobus | 7 | - | - |
| loche | 10 | - | - |
| lochs | 10 | - | - |
| locie | 7 | - | - |
| locis | 7 | - | - |
| locks | 11 | - | - |
| locos | 7 | - | - |
| locum | 9 | someone (physician or clergyman) who substitutes temporarily for another member of the same profession | - |
| lodes | 6 | - | - |
| loess | 5 | a fine-grained unstratified accumulation of clay and silt deposited by the wind | - |
| lofts | 8 | - | - |
| loges | 6 | - | - |
| loggy | 10 | - | - |
| logia | 6 | - | - |
| logie | 6 | - | - |
| login | 6 | - | - |
| logoi | 6 | - | - |
| logon | 6 | - | - |
| loids | 6 | - | - |
| loipe | 7 | - | - |
| loirs | 5 | - | - |
| lokes | 9 | - | - |
| lolls | 5 | - | - |
| lolog | 6 | - | - |
| lomas | 7 | - | - |
| lomed | 8 | - | - |
| lomes | 7 | - | - |
| longa | 6 | - | - |
| longe | 6 | - | - |
| looed | 6 | - | - |
| looey | 8 | - | - |
| loofs | 8 | - | - |
| looie | 5 | - | - |
| looks | 9 | - | - |
| looms | 7 | - | - |
| loons | 5 | - | - |
| loops | 7 | - | - |
| loord | 6 | - | - |
| loots | 5 | - | - |
| loped | 8 | - | - |
| loper | 7 | - | - |
| lopes | 7 | - | - |
| loppy | 12 | - | - |
| loral | 5 | - | - |
| loran | 5 | - | - |
| lorel | 5 | - | - |
| lores | 5 | - | - |
| loric | 7 | - | - |
| loris | 5 | - | - |
| losed | 6 | - | - |
| losel | 5 | - | - |
| losen | 5 | - | - |
| loses | 5 | - | - |
| lossy | 8 | characterized by or causing dissipation of energy | - |
| lotah | 8 | - | - |
| lotas | 5 | - | - |
| lotes | 5 | - | - |
| lotic | 7 | of or relating to or living in actively moving water | - |
| lotos | 5 | - | - |
| lotsa | 5 | - | - |
| loued | 6 | - | - |
| lough | 9 | a long narrow (nearly landlocked) cove in Ireland | - |
| louma | 7 | - | - |
| lound | 6 | - | - |
| louns | 5 | - | - |
| loups | 7 | - | - |
| loure | 5 | - | - |
| lours | 5 | - | - |
| loury | 8 | - | - |
| louts | 5 | - | - |
| lovat | 8 | - | - |
| loves | 8 | - | - |
| lovie | 8 | - | - |
| lowan | 8 | Australian mound bird; incubates eggs naturally in sandy mounds | - |
| lowed | 9 | - | - |
| lowes | 8 | - | - |
| lownd | 9 | - | - |
Imagine a world where language dances on the tip of your tongue, where each word holds its own rhythm and charm. Welcome to the fascinating realm of five-letter words that start with the letter L! These words may seem simple at first glance, but they pack a punch in terms of pronunciation, meaning, and their ability to capture the imagination. From the melodic "lilac" to the mysterious "lumen," these words offer a delightful exploration of the English language. Let's dive into the enchanting alphabetic adventure of words that begin with "L" and discover the unique magic that lies within.
About 5 letter words starting with L
The letter "L" is one of those delightful consonants that flows smoothly from the tip of the tongue, creating a lulling sound that is both pleasant and soothing. In English, the "L" sound is often associated with lightness and fluidity, which influences how these words are formed and pronounced. When an "L" kicks off a five-letter word, it sets the stage for a linguistic dance that plays with the soft and gentle phonetics of the English language. Words like "lunar" and "lease" glide off the tongue, offering a symphony of sounds that are both harmonious and intriguing.
Five-letter words beginning with "L" are not just about auditory pleasure; they play a significant role in everyday communication due to their frequency and versatility. The placement of "L" at the start of a word often indicates action or direction, as seen in words like "laugh" and "learn." This initial letter imbues the word with energy and movement, making these words essential building blocks for conveying a wide range of ideas and emotions. Whether it's describing a vivid color or expressing a lively action, these words enrich our language with elegance and utility.
Popular word examples
In this section, we celebrate some of the most popular five-letter words starting with "L". These words have found their way into everyday conversation, each carrying its own story and significance.
Light
- Definition: A form of radiant energy that makes things visible.
- Example in a Sentence: She turned on the light to read her book.
- Fun Fact: The word "light" comes from the Old English "leoht," which shares roots with the German "licht."
Lemon
- Definition: A sour, yellow fruit from the citrus family.
- Example in a Sentence: I squeezed some lemon over my salad for extra flavor.
- Fun Fact: Lemons were once so rare that kings used them as gifts!
Lucky
- Definition: Having good fortune or favorable outcomes.
- Example in a Sentence: He felt lucky to have found such a great job.
- Fun Fact: The term "lucky" dates back to the 15th century, originating from the Middle Dutch "geluc."
Laugh
- Definition: To express joy or amusement with a vocal sound.
- Example in a Sentence: His joke made everyone in the room laugh.
- Fun Fact: Laughter has been shown to release endorphins, enhancing mood and reducing stress.
Leave
- Definition: To go away from or depart.
- Example in a Sentence: They decided to leave the party early.
- Fun Fact: The origin of "leave" traces back to the Old English "læfan," meaning "to allow to remain."
Level
- Definition: A flat or even surface; degree of height or depth.
- Example in a Sentence: Use a level to ensure the picture frame is straight.
- Fun Fact: "Level" can also refer to a specific stage in video games.
Linen
- Definition: A textile made from flax fibers, known for its durability.
- Example in a Sentence: She chose linen sheets for their cool and breathable quality.
- Fun Fact: Linen is one of the oldest textiles in the world, with a history dating back thousands of years.
Ledge
- Definition: A narrow shelf or projection, usually on a wall or cliff.
- Example in a Sentence: The climber paused to rest on a small ledge.
- Fun Fact: In architecture, a ledge can be an intentional design element for aesthetic purposes.
Large
- Definition: Of considerable size, extent, or capacity.
- Example in a Sentence: They ordered a large pizza for dinner.
- Fun Fact: "Large" comes from the Latin "largus," meaning abundant or plentiful.
Latch
- Definition: A fastening device for a door or gate.
- Example in a Sentence: She secured the gate with a latch before leaving.
- Fun Fact: The word "latch" evolved from the Old English "læccan," which means to seize or grasp.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, five-letter words starting with "L" are a treasure trove of points and strategy. Here are some high-scoring examples:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Lymph | 16 | A fluid containing white blood cells. |
| Lynch | 13 | To execute without legal authority. |
| Lurch | 10 | To make an abrupt, unsteady movement. |
| Lobby | 12 | An entrance hall or waiting area. |
| Lusty | 8 | Full of vigor or vitality. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle fans delight in the challenge of narrowing down possibilities. Here are some perfect "L" words to consider:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Ledge | A narrow horizontal surface projecting from a wall. |
| Limbo | A state of uncertainty or transition. |
| Lower | To cause to descend or reduce in height. |
| Lying | Not telling the truth. |
| Loyal | Showing firm allegiance or support. |
Unusual and rare word examples
For the lexicon lovers who relish the unusual, here are some rare finds among five-letter "L" words:
Luffa
- Definition: A tropical vine whose fruit is used as a sponge.
- Interesting Fact: Luffa sponges were once believed to have magical properties by ancient cultures.
- Example in a Sentence: She exfoliated her skin with a natural luffa.
Loamy
- Definition: Soil that is a mixture of sand, silt, and clay.
- Interesting Fact: Loamy soil is considered ideal for gardening due to its balance of texture and nutrients.
- Example in a Sentence: The loamy earth was perfect for planting roses.
Licit
- Definition: Legal or lawful.
- Interesting Fact: "Licit" is often overshadowed by its antonym "illicit," although both are legitimate terms.
- Example in a Sentence: They ensured all their business dealings were licit.
Liner
- Definition: A protective layer or covering.
- Interesting Fact: In the shipping industry, a liner refers to a ship that follows regular routes.
- Example in a Sentence: She placed a liner in the trash can to prevent leaks.
Laird
- Definition: A Scottish landowner.
- Interesting Fact: "Laird" is derived from the Middle English "laverd," meaning lord.
- Example in a Sentence: The laird of the estate hosted a grand feast.
Lithe
- Definition: Supple and graceful.
- Interesting Fact: "Lithe" has Old English origins, stemming from "liðe," meaning gentle or meek.
- Example in a Sentence: The dancer's lithe movements captivated the audience.
Final words
Exploring five-letter words starting with "L" offers a glimpse into the beautiful intricacies of the English language. These words, whether common, high-scoring in Scrabble, perfect for Wordle, or rare gems, each hold a unique place in our vocabulary. As you encounter these words in daily life, remember the stories and nuances they carry, adding depth and color to our conversations.
