Words Starting With LA
Welcome to a lexical journey where every word begins with "LA"! Whether you're looking for language inspiration, linguistic curiosities, or simply a love for la-la-licious words, this page is your ticket to explore a lively lineup of all things LA. Dive in and let the letters lead you on!
2 letter words
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| la | 2 | a white soft metallic element that tarnishes readily; occurs in rare earth minerals and is usually classified as a rare earth | - |
3 letter words
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| law | 6 | the learned profession that is mastered by graduate study in a law school and that is responsible for the judicial system | he studied law at Yale |
| lay | 6 | a narrative poem of popular origin | - |
| lab | 5 | a workplace for the conduct of scientific research | - |
| lad | 4 | a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy) | - |
| lap | 5 | the part of a piece of clothing that covers the thighs | his lap was covered with food stains |
| lam | 5 | give a thrashing to; beat hard | - |
| lag | 4 | lock up or confine, in or as in a jail | - |
| lax | 10 | emptying easily or excessively | - |
| lah | 6 | the syllable naming the sixth (submediant) note of a major or minor scale in solmization | - |
| lac | 5 | resinlike substance secreted by certain lac insects; used in e.g. varnishes and sealing wax | - |
| lat | 3 | a broad flat muscle on either side of the back | - |
| lar | 3 | - | - |
| lav | 6 | a room or building equipped with one or more toilets | - |
| las | 3 | - | - |
4 letter words
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| last | 4 | persist for a specified period of time | The bad weather lasted for three days |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| lake | 8 | a body of (usually fresh) water surrounded by land | - |
| laid | 5 | set down according to a plan | a carefully laid table with places set for four people |
| 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 | - |
| lazy | 16 | disinclined to work or exertion | too lazy to wash the dishes |
| lane | 4 | a narrow way or road | - |
| lamp | 8 | an artificial source of visible illumination | - |
| lame | 6 | deprive of the use of a limb, especially a leg | - |
| lamb | 8 | a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child) | - |
| lars | 4 | - | - |
| lawn | 7 | a field of cultivated and mowed grass | - |
| lava | 7 | rock that in its molten form (as magma) issues from volcanos; lava is what magma is called when it reaches the surface | - |
| lang | 5 | - | - |
| lana | 4 | - | - |
| lama | 6 | llamas | - |
| 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 | - |
| lark | 8 | a songbird that lives mainly on the ground in open country; has streaky brown plumage | - |
| lard | 5 | add details to | - |
| lash | 7 | leather strip that forms the flexible part of a whip | - |
| lain | 4 | - | - |
| lacy | 9 | made of or resembling lace | a lacy gown |
| laze | 13 | be idle; exist in a changeless situation | - |
| lade | 5 | remove with or as if with a ladle | - |
| lave | 7 | wash one's face and hands | - |
| lari | 4 | gulls; terns; jaegers; skimmers | - |
| laud | 5 | praise, glorify, or honor | - |
| lats | 4 | the basic unit of money in Latvia | - |
| lank | 8 | long and lean | - |
| 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 | - | - |
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5 letter words
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| later | 5 | coming at a subsequent time or stage | - |
| laugh | 9 | produce laughter | - |
| large | 6 | in a boastful manner | - |
| laura | 5 | - | - |
| 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 | - | - |
| 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 |
| laser | 5 | an acronym for light amplification by stimulated emission of radiation; an optical device that produces an intense monochromatic beam of coherent light | - |
| layer | 8 | an abstract place usually conceived as having depth | a simile has at least two layers of meaning |
| laden | 6 | remove with or as if with a ladle | - |
| latte | 5 | strong espresso coffee with a topping of frothed steamed milk | - |
| lacey | 10 | - | - |
| 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 | - |
| laced | 8 | closed with a lace | snugly laced shoes |
| latex | 12 | a water-base paint that has a latex binder | - |
| lamia | 7 | (folklore) a corpse that rises at night to drink the blood of the living | - |
| lazar | 14 | a person afflicted with leprosy | - |
| 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 | - |
| lasso | 5 | Belgian composer (1532-1594) | - |
| ladle | 6 | remove with or as if with a ladle | ladle the water out of the bowl |
| larch | 10 | any of numerous conifers of the genus Larix all having deciduous needlelike leaves | - |
| labia | 7 | - | - |
| 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 | - |
| lapel | 7 | lap at the front of a coat; continuation of the coat collar | - |
| laker | 9 | - | - |
| 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 |
| lamas | 7 | - | - |
| lamer | 7 | - | - |
| 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) | - |
| lapis | 7 | - | - |
| lardy | 9 | - | - |
| lames | 7 | - | - |
| lapin | 7 | the fur of a rabbit | - |
| lauds | 6 | - | - |
| lanai | 5 | an island of central Hawaii; a pineapple-growing area | - |
| labra | 7 | - | - |
| lamed | 8 | - | - |
| laari | 5 | - | - |
| labda | 8 | - | - |
| labis | 7 | - | - |
| lacer | 7 | a workman who laces shoes or footballs or books (during binding) | - |
| laces | 7 | - | - |
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6 letter words
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| ladies | 7 | - | - |
| lawyer | 12 | a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice | - |
| lately | 9 | in the recent past | lately the rules have been enforced |
| latest | 6 | in the current fashion or style | - |
| launch | 11 | the act of propelling with force | - |
| landed | 8 | owning or consisting of land or real estate | the landed gentry |
| larger | 7 | large or big relative to something else | - |
| ladder | 8 | a row of unravelled stitches | - |
| laying | 10 | the production of eggs (especially in birds) | - |
| labour | 8 | a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages | - |
| laptop | 10 | a portable computer small enough to use in your lap | - |
| laurel | 6 | United States slapstick comedian (born in England) who played the scatterbrained and often tearful member of the Laurel and Hardy duo who made many films (1890-1965) | - |
| latter | 6 | referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several) | in the latter case |
| lament | 8 | express grief verbally | we lamented the death of the child |
| layout | 9 | a plan or design of something that is laid out | - |
| lawful | 12 | authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law | - |
| lagoon | 7 | a body of water cut off from a larger body by a reef of sand or coral | - |
| lassie | 6 | a girl or young woman who is unmarried | - |
| latino | 6 | a native of Latin America | - |
| lastly | 9 | the item at the end | - |
| lander | 7 | a space vehicle that is designed to land on the moon or another planet | - |
| lambda | 11 | the 11th letter of the Greek alphabet | - |
| latent | 6 | (pathology) not presently active | latent infection |
| laguna | 7 | a body of water cut off from a larger body by a reef of sand or coral | - |
| larynx | 16 | a cartilaginous structure at the top of the trachea; contains elastic vocal cords that are the source of the vocal tone in speech | - |
| lavish | 12 | expend profusely; also used with abstract nouns | - |
| lawman | 11 | an officer of the law | - |
| layman | 11 | someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person | - |
| lapdog | 10 | a dog small and tame enough to be held in the lap | - |
| laddie | 8 | a male child (a familiar term of address to a boy) | - |
| lashed | 10 | - | - |
| lackey | 15 | a person who tries to please someone in order to gain a personal advantage | - |
| latina | 6 | - | - |
| lather | 9 | beat severely with a whip or rod | - |
| lapsed | 9 | no longer active or practicing | a lapsed Catholic |
| lamest | 8 | - | - |
| lallan | 6 | - | - |
| larder | 7 | a small storeroom for storing foods or wines | - |
| layoff | 15 | the act of laying off an employee or a work force | - |
| lancer | 8 | (formerly) a cavalryman armed with a lance | - |
| langer | 7 | - | - |
| lazing | 16 | - | - |
| larval | 9 | immature of its kind; especially being or characteristic of immature insects in the newly hatched wormlike feeding stage | larval societies |
| lauder | 7 | Scottish ballad singer and music hall comedian (1870-1950) | - |
| lactic | 10 | of or relating to or obtained from milk (especially sour milk or whey) | lactic acid |
| lading | 8 | goods carried by a large vehicle | - |
| lancet | 8 | a surgical knife with a pointed double-edged blade; used for punctures and small incisions | - |
| landau | 7 | Soviet physicist who worked on low temperature physics (1908-1968) | - |
| lazily | 18 | in an idle manner | - |
| labial | 8 | a consonant whose articulation involves movement of the lips | - |
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7 letter words
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| laundry | 11 | garments or white goods that can be cleaned by laundering | - |
| largest | 8 | - | - |
| landing | 9 | structure providing a place where boats can land people or goods | - |
| lacking | 14 | nonexistent | her appetite was lacking |
| lawsuit | 10 | a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy | - |
| lasting | 8 | existing for a long time | a long-lasting friendship |
| lambert | 11 | English composer and conductor (1905-1951) | - |
| largely | 11 | in large part; mainly or chiefly | These accounts are largely inactive |
| lantern | 7 | light in a transparent protective case | - |
| lasagna | 8 | baked dish of layers of lasagna pasta with sauce and cheese and meat or vegetables | - |
| labeled | 10 | bearing or marked with a label or tag | properly labeled luggage |
| langley | 11 | United States astronomer and aviation pioneer who invented the bolometer and contributed to the design of early aircraft (1834-1906) | - |
| lateral | 7 | situated at or extending to the side | the lateral branches of a tree |
| larceny | 12 | the act of taking something from someone unlawfully | - |
| lactose | 9 | a sugar comprising one glucose molecule linked to a galactose molecule; occurs only in milk | cow's milk contains about 4.7% lactose |
| lashing | 11 | beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment | - |
| laborer | 9 | someone who works with their hands; someone engaged in manual labor | - |
| lawless | 10 | disobedient to or defiant of law | lawless bands roaming the plains |
| labored | 10 | lacking natural ease | a labored style of debating |
| latrine | 7 | a public toilet in a military area | - |
| layered | 11 | with one layer on top of another | - |
| lagging | 10 | insulation used to wrap around pipes or boilers or laid in attics to prevent loss of heat | - |
| launder | 8 | cleanse with a cleaning agent, such as soap, and water | - |
| lapping | 12 | covering with a design in which one element covers a part of another (as with tiles or shingles) | - |
| ladybug | 14 | small round bright-colored and spotted beetle that usually feeds on aphids and other insect pests | - |
| laurels | 7 | the state of being honored | - |
| layover | 13 | a brief stay in the course of a journey | - |
| lasagne | 8 | baked dish of layers of lasagna pasta with sauce and cheese and meat or vegetables | - |
| lacquer | 18 | a black resinous substance obtained from certain trees and used as a natural varnish | - |
| lampoon | 11 | ridicule with satire | - |
| languid | 9 | lacking spirit or liveliness | a languid mood |
| lancers | 9 | a quadrille for 8 or 16 couples | - |
| lattice | 9 | framework consisting of an ornamental design made of strips of wood or metal | - |
| labella | 9 | - | - |
| laugher | 11 | an easy victory | - |
| lamprey | 14 | primitive eellike freshwater or anadromous cyclostome having round sucking mouth with a rasping tongue | - |
| languor | 8 | a feeling of lack of interest or energy | - |
| lactate | 9 | give suck to | - |
| laconic | 11 | brief and to the point; effectively cut short | the laconic reply; `yes' |
| lapwing | 13 | large crested Old World plover having wattles and spurs | - |
| laziest | 16 | - | - |
| laggard | 10 | someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind | - |
| lambkin | 15 | a very young lamb | - |
| lanyard | 11 | a cord worn around the neck to hold a knife or whistle | - |
| lashkar | 14 | - | - |
| lanolin | 7 | a yellow viscous animal oil extracted from wool; a mixture of fatty acids and esters; used in some ointments and cosmetics | - |
| largish | 11 | somewhat large | - |
| lactase | 9 | any of a group of enzymes (trade name Lactaid) that hydrolyze lactose to glucose and galactose | - |
| lancing | 10 | - | - |
| lapsing | 10 | a failure to maintain a higher state | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| laughing | 13 | showing or feeling mirth or pleasure or happiness | laughing children |
| language | 10 | a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols | he taught foreign languages |
| laughter | 12 | the sound of laughing | - |
| landlord | 10 | a landowner who leases to others | - |
| landlady | 13 | a landlord who is a woman | - |
| lavender | 12 | of a pale purple color | - |
| launcher | 13 | armament in the form of a device capable of launching a rocket | - |
| landmark | 15 | an event marking a unique or important historical change of course or one on which important developments depend | - |
| latitude | 9 | an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator | - |
| lawfully | 17 | by law; conforming to the law | we are lawfully wedded now |
| lavatory | 14 | a room or building equipped with one or more toilets | - |
| lacrosse | 10 | a game invented by American Indians; now played by two teams who use long-handled rackets to catch and carry and throw the ball toward the opponents' goal | - |
| ladyship | 17 | a title used to address any peeress except a duchess | - |
| landfill | 12 | a low area that has been filled in | - |
| laxative | 18 | a mild cathartic | - |
| landline | 9 | a telephone line that travels over terrestrial circuits | - |
| labrador | 11 | the mainland part of the province of Newfoundland and Labrador in the eastern part of the large Labrador-Ungava Peninsula in northeastern Canada | - |
| lamppost | 14 | a metal post supporting an outdoor lamp (such as a streetlight) | - |
| labelled | 11 | bearing or marked with a label or tag | - |
| laziness | 17 | apathy and inactivity in the practice of virtue (personified as one of the deadly sins) | - |
| laudanum | 11 | narcotic consisting of an alcohol solution of opium or any preparation in which opium is the main ingredient | - |
| labourer | 10 | someone who works with their hands; someone engaged in manual labor | - |
| ladylike | 16 | befitting a woman of good breeding | ladylike manners |
| lamented | 11 | mourned or grieved for | the imprint of our wise and lamented friend |
| labeling | 11 | - | - |
| ladybird | 15 | small round bright-colored and spotted beetle that usually feeds on aphids and other insect pests | - |
| laureate | 8 | someone honored for great achievements; figuratively someone crowned with a laurel wreath | - |
| lateness | 8 | quality of coming late or later in time | - |
| lakeside | 13 | the shore of a lake | - |
| laboured | 11 | lacking natural ease | - |
| laboring | 11 | doing arduous or unpleasant work | the bent backs of laboring slaves picking cotton |
| languish | 12 | have a desire for something or someone who is not present | - |
| laminate | 10 | a sheet of material made by bonding two or more sheets or layers | - |
| landfall | 12 | the first sighting of land from the sea after a voyage (or flight over water) | - |
| lavishly | 17 | in a wasteful manner | the United States, up to the 1920s, used fuel lavishly, mainly because it was so cheap |
| layabout | 13 | person who does no work | - |
| lashings | 12 | a large number or amount | - |
| landsman | 11 | an inexperienced sailor; a sailor on the first voyage | - |
| larboard | 11 | the left side of a ship or aircraft to someone who is aboard and facing the bow or nose | - |
| lakeview | 18 | - | - |
| laudable | 11 | worthy of high praise | applaudable efforts to save the environment |
| landless | 9 | owning no land | the landless peasantry |
| latchkey | 20 | key for raising or drawing back a latch or opening an outside door | - |
| latching | 14 | - | - |
| layering | 12 | - | - |
| landmass | 11 | a large continuous extent of land | - |
| lawmaker | 17 | a maker of laws; someone who gives a code of laws | - |
| lambskin | 16 | skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on | - |
| lameness | 10 | disability of walking due to crippling of the legs or feet | - |
| lacerate | 10 | irregularly slashed and jagged as if torn | lacerate leaves |
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9 letter words
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| landscape | 14 | a genre of art dealing with the depiction of natural scenery | - |
| launching | 15 | the act of propelling with force | - |
| labyrinth | 17 | a complex system of interconnecting cavities; concerned with hearing and equilibrium | - |
| landslide | 11 | a slide of a large mass of dirt and rock down a mountain or cliff | - |
| landowner | 13 | a holder or proprietor of land | - |
| lawnmower | 17 | - | - |
| laughable | 15 | arousing or provoking laughter | it would have been laughable if it hadn't hurt so much |
| lazybones | 23 | a lazy person | - |
| laborious | 11 | characterized by effort to the point of exhaustion; especially physical effort | spent many laborious hours on the project |
| lacerated | 12 | irregularly slashed and jagged as if torn | - |
| lamenting | 12 | vocally expressing grief or sorrow or resembling such expression | lamenting sinners |
| landshark | 17 | - | - |
| laminated | 12 | - | - |
| lamplight | 17 | light from a lamp | - |
| lakeshore | 16 | the shore of a lake | - |
| lampshade | 17 | a protective ornamental covering for a lamp, used to screen a light bulb from direct view | - |
| laundress | 10 | a working woman who takes in washing | - |
| labelling | 12 | - | - |
| labouring | 12 | doing arduous or unpleasant work | - |
| laterally | 12 | in a lateral direction or location | the body is spindle-shaped and only slightly compressed laterally |
| lactating | 12 | producing or secreting milk | lactating cows |
| lambasted | 14 | - | - |
| lamington | 12 | - | - |
| lamebrain | 13 | - | - |
| laryngeal | 13 | of or relating to or situated in the larynx | laryngeal infection |
| latecomer | 13 | someone who arrives late | - |
| laughably | 18 | so as to arouse or deserve laughter | her income was laughably small, but she managed to live well |
| lachrymal | 19 | of or relating to tears | - |
| lactation | 11 | feeding an infant by giving suck at the breast | - |
| lakefront | 16 | land bordering a lake | - |
| lambswool | 16 | - | - |
| layperson | 14 | someone who is not a clergyman or a professional person | - |
| languidly | 14 | in a languid and lethargic manner | the men languidly put on their jackets |
| largeness | 10 | the quality of being pretentious (behaving or speaking in such a manner as to create a false appearance of great importance or worth) | - |
| launchpad | 17 | a platform from which rockets or space craft are launched | - |
| lavaliere | 12 | jeweled pendant worn on a chain around the neck | - |
| laagering | 11 | - | - |
| labdacism | 16 | - | - |
| labdanums | 14 | - | - |
| labelable | 13 | - | - |
| labellate | 11 | - | - |
| labellers | 11 | - | - |
| labellist | 11 | - | - |
| labelloid | 12 | - | - |
| labelmate | 13 | - | - |
| labialise | 11 | pronounce with rounded lips | - |
| labialism | 13 | - | - |
| labiality | 14 | - | - |
| labialize | 20 | pronounce with rounded lips | - |
| laboredly | 15 | - | - |
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10 letter words
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| laboratory | 15 | a region resembling a laboratory inasmuch as it offers opportunities for observation and practice and experimentation | Pakistan is a laboratory for studying the use of American troops to combat terrorism |
| laundering | 12 | washing clothes and bed linens | - |
| laundromat | 13 | a self-service laundry (service mark Laundromat) where coin-operated washing machines are available to individual customers | - |
| laceration | 12 | a torn ragged wound | - |
| lascivious | 15 | driven by lust; preoccupied with or exhibiting lustful desires | - |
| lachrymose | 20 | showing sorrow | - |
| landscaper | 15 | someone who arranges features of the landscape or garden attractively | - |
| landlocked | 18 | surrounded entirely or almost entirely by land | a landlocked country |
| laryngitis | 14 | inflammation of the mucous membrane of the larynx; characterized by hoarseness or loss of voice and coughing | - |
| lackluster | 16 | lacking brilliance or vitality | a dull lackluster life |
| lacerating | 13 | - | - |
| lamentable | 14 | bad; unfortunate | a lamentable decision |
| laminating | 13 | - | - |
| landlubber | 15 | an inexperienced sailor; a sailor on the first voyage | - |
| laundryman | 16 | operates industrial washing machine | - |
| laughingly | 18 | - | - |
| ladyfinger | 18 | small finger-shaped sponge cake | - |
| lamentably | 17 | in an unfortunate or deplorable manner | - |
| lamination | 12 | a layered structure | - |
| languorous | 11 | lacking spirit or liveliness | a hot languorous afternoon |
| landscaped | 16 | (of land) improved by gardening or landscape architecture | carefully landscaped gardens |
| laparotomy | 17 | surgical incision into the abdominal wall; often done to examine abdominal organs | - |
| largemouth | 16 | a large black bass; the angle of the jaw falls behind the eye | - |
| lambasting | 15 | - | - |
| labdacisms | 17 | - | - |
| labellable | 14 | - | - |
| labellings | 13 | - | - |
| labellists | 12 | - | - |
| labelmates | 14 | - | - |
| labialised | 13 | - | - |
| labialises | 12 | - | - |
| labialisms | 14 | - | - |
| labialized | 22 | - | - |
| labializes | 21 | - | - |
| labilities | 12 | - | - |
| labionasal | 12 | - | - |
| labiovelar | 15 | - | - |
| laboringly | 16 | - | - |
| labouredly | 16 | - | - |
| labourisms | 14 | - | - |
| labourists | 12 | - | - |
| labourites | 12 | - | - |
| laboursome | 14 | - | - |
| labyrinths | 18 | - | - |
| laccolites | 14 | - | - |
| laccoliths | 17 | - | - |
| laccolitic | 16 | - | - |
| lacemakers | 18 | - | - |
| lacemaking | 19 | - | - |
| lacerative | 15 | - | - |
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Step into the captivating world of words starting with LA! This delightful letter combination doesn't just kick off a cascade of sounds; it opens up a linguistic treasure chest filled with words that are as intriguing as they are varied. From the playful "laughter" to the sophisticated "laureate," these words add color and flair to our everyday conversations. Dive in to discover how this simple yet powerful duet of letters influences language, pronunciation, and the charm of communication.
About words starting with LA
The English language is a rich tapestry woven with intricate patterns of pronunciation and meaning, and words starting with LA are no exception. The L and A combination is like the opener at a jazz concert—smooth, flexible, and full of potential. These two letters set the stage for a wide range of sounds and meanings, whether leading into the lush, melodic "lavender" or the straightforward command of "launch." The LA combination often suggests movement, action, or a descriptor of something grand and expansive, adding an extra layer of intrigue to its use.
Frequency-wise, LA is the unsung hero of word beginnings. It doesn’t shout its presence like some consonant-heavy starters but hums along, quietly contributing to our lexicon. Words like "label" and "laptop" are staples in modern vocabulary, showing just how versatile and essential this combination is. The way LA transitions from one sound to another can change the mood or context entirely—consider the serene "lagoon" versus the bustling "laboratory." Each word captures a unique slice of life, all starting with those two little letters.
Popular word examples
Let's explore some popular examples of words that start with LA. These words are more than just familiar faces; they each bring their own flair and function to the language.
Laugh
- Definition: To express amusement, joy, or derision by making the sounds and movements of the face and body.
- Example in a Sentence: Her laugh was infectious, causing everyone in the room to join in.
- Fun Fact: The word "laugh" comes from the Old English "hliehhan," a word that interestingly also referred to mimicking the sound of laughter.
Ladder
- Definition: A structure consisting of two long sides connected by parallel rungs, used for climbing up and down.
- Example in a Sentence: He climbed the ladder to fix the broken lightbulb.
- Fun Fact: The concept of ladders dates back over 10,000 years, as evidenced by ancient rock paintings found in Spain.
Laptop
- Definition: A portable personal computer with a clamshell form factor, suitable for mobile use.
- Example in a Sentence: She carried her laptop to the coffee shop to work remotely.
- Fun Fact: The first "true" laptop was the Grid Compass, created in 1982, and it even traveled to space on several shuttle missions!
Label
- Definition: A piece of paper, plastic, or other material affixed to an object to identify it or provide information.
- Example in a Sentence: The label on the jar indicated it was homemade strawberry jam.
- Fun Fact: Labels have been around since ancient Egypt, where they were used to tag goods for trade.
Launch
- Definition: To start or set in motion, often referring to a project, product, or vessel.
- Example in a Sentence: They plan to launch the new app next month.
- Fun Fact: The term "launch" originally referred to setting a boat into water, a fitting metaphor for starting new ventures.
Laughable
- Definition: Something so absurd or ridiculous that it provokes laughter.
- Example in a Sentence: The proposal was so unrealistic it was laughable.
- Fun Fact: The word "laughable" has been in use since the late 1600s, proving that humor has long been a part of human nature.
Landscape
- Definition: All the visible features of an area of land, often considered in terms of aesthetic appeal.
- Example in a Sentence: The landscape was breathtaking, with rolling hills and vibrant wildflowers.
- Fun Fact: The word "landscape" entered the English language in the 16th century, borrowed from Dutch painters who used it to describe their works.
Language
- Definition: A structured system of communication using sounds, symbols, or gestures.
- Example in a Sentence: Language is the key to understanding different cultures.
- Fun Fact: There are over 7,000 languages spoken worldwide, but more than half of the global population speaks just 23 of them.
Lamp
- Definition: A device that produces light, typically by electricity.
- Example in a Sentence: She switched on the lamp to read her book.
- Fun Fact: The earliest lamps were made from naturally occurring materials such as rocks and shells and used animal fat as fuel.
Lavish
- Definition: Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious.
- Example in a Sentence: The wedding was a lavish affair with a five-tiered cake and a live orchestra.
- Fun Fact: Lavish comes from the Middle French "lavasse," meaning "deluge," reflecting its connection to abundance.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words starting with LA can be a goldmine for racking up points. Here are some high-scoring options to keep in mind during your next game.
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Laxative | 18 | A substance that promotes bowel movements. |
| Larceny | 12 | Theft of personal property. |
| Lattice | 9 | A structure of crossed wooden or metal strips. |
| Languid | 9 | Displaying or having a disinclination for physical exertion. |
| Languor | 8 | A state of tiredness or inertia. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
For Wordle aficionados, words starting with LA can offer a strategic advantage. Check out these five-letter gems to up your game!
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Layer | A sheet, quantity, or thickness of material. |
| Lapse | A temporary failure of concentration or memory. |
| Laser | A device that emits a highly focused beam of light. |
| Larva | An immature form of an insect. |
| Lathe | A machine for shaping wood, metal, or other material. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Explore the realm of the unusual with these rare words that start with LA, each bringing its own story and charm to the table.
Larrikin
- Definition: A boisterous, disorderly, and mischievous person, often used in Australian slang.
- Interesting Fact: "Larrikin" was first recorded in the 19th century and is possibly derived from a mispronunciation of the Irish name "Larry."
- Example in a Sentence: His reputation as a larrikin was well-known at the local pub.
Lampoon
- Definition: A sharp, often virulent satire directed against an individual or institution.
- Interesting Fact: The term "lampoon" originated from the French "lampon," meaning "let us drink," hinting at the humorous intent behind the satire.
- Example in a Sentence: The comedian's lampoon of the politician drew both laughs and criticism.
Lachrymose
- Definition: Inducing tears; sad.
- Interesting Fact: Coming from the Latin "lacrimosus," this word is related to "lachrymal glands," which produce tears.
- Example in a Sentence: The film's lachrymose ending left the audience in tears.
Labyrinthine
- Definition: Like a labyrinth; intricate and confusing.
- Interesting Fact: Derived from "labyrinth," referring to the mythical maze in Crete, this word describes anything complex or convoluted.
- Example in a Sentence: The city's labyrinthine streets made it easy to get lost.
Lascivious
- Definition: Feeling or revealing an overt and often offensive sexual desire.
- Interesting Fact: "Lascivious" traces its roots back to the Latin "lascivus," meaning "playful" or "wanton."
- Example in a Sentence: The novel was criticized for its lascivious content.
Final words
From playful expressions to strategic game plays, words starting with LA are a versatile and fascinating part of the English language. Whether you're looking to impress friends in conversation, dominate in word games, or expand your vocabulary with some rare finds, these words have something for everyone. So go ahead, let the magic of LA words enhance your linguistic journey!
