Words Starting With NA
Welcome to a world of words beginning with "NA"! Dive into this treasure trove where you'll discover everything from nautical terms to nostalgic expressions. Whether you're a word nerd or just curious, get ready for a nifty exploration of the nuances and nooks of the language beginning with these two friendly letters!
2 letter words
Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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na | 2 | a silvery soft waxy metallic element of the alkali metal group; occurs abundantly in natural compounds (especially in salt water); burns with a yellow flame and reacts violently in water; occurs in sea water and in the mineral halite (rock salt) | - |
3 letter words
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nah | 6 | - | - |
nap | 5 | the yarn (as in a rug or velvet or corduroy) that stands up from the weave | - |
nam | 5 | - | - |
nat | 3 | - | - |
nan | 3 | the mother of your father or mother | - |
nay | 6 | a negative | the nays have it |
nag | 4 | someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault | - |
nab | 5 | take into custody | the police nabbed the suspected criminals |
nav | 6 | - | - |
nae | 3 | - | - |
nas | 3 | - | - |
naw | 6 | - | - |
4 letter words
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name | 6 | assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to | They named their son David |
nail | 4 | hit hard | - |
navy | 10 | a dark shade of blue | - |
nazi | 13 | a German member of Adolf Hitler's political party | - |
nana | 4 | - | - |
nada | 5 | a quantity of no importance | - |
naga | 5 | Kamarupan languages spoken in northeastern India and western Burma | - |
narc | 6 | a lawman concerned with narcotics violations | - |
napa | 6 | plant with an elongated head of broad stalked leaves resembling celery; used as a vegetable in east Asia | - |
nave | 7 | the central area of a church | - |
nark | 8 | an informer or spy working for the police | - |
nape | 6 | the back side of the neck | - |
nary | 7 | (used with singular count nouns) colloquial for `not a' or `not one' or `never a' | heard nary a sound |
naan | 4 | leavened bread baked in a clay oven in India; usually shaped like a teardrop | - |
nane | 4 | - | - |
nard | 5 | an aromatic ointment used in antiquity | - |
naif | 7 | marked by or showing unaffected simplicity and lack of guile or worldly experience | - |
naam | 6 | - | - |
nabe | 6 | - | - |
nabk | 10 | - | - |
nabs | 6 | - | - |
nach | 9 | - | - |
nads | 5 | - | - |
naes | 4 | - | - |
naff | 10 | - | - |
nags | 5 | - | - |
naik | 8 | - | - |
nain | 4 | - | - |
nala | 4 | - | - |
nams | 6 | - | - |
namu | 6 | - | - |
nang | 5 | - | - |
nano | 4 | - | - |
nans | 4 | - | - |
naoi | 4 | - | - |
naos | 4 | - | - |
naps | 6 | - | - |
nare | 4 | - | - |
nats | 4 | - | - |
navs | 7 | - | - |
nays | 7 | - | - |
naze | 13 | a cape at the southern tip of Norway | - |
5 letter words
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names | 7 | verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument | sticks and stones may break my bones but names can never hurt me |
naked | 10 | having no protecting or concealing cover | naked to mine enemies |
nasty | 8 | offensive or even (of persons) malicious | in a nasty mood |
nanny | 8 | a woman who is the custodian of children | - |
naive | 8 | marked by or showing unaffected simplicity and lack of guile or worldly experience | a teenager's naive ignorance of life |
nancy | 10 | a city in northeastern France in Lorraine | - |
naval | 8 | connected with or belonging to or used in a navy | naval history |
nacho | 10 | a tortilla chip topped with cheese and chili-pepper and broiled | - |
nappy | 12 | garment consisting of a folded cloth drawn up between the legs and fastened at the waist; worn by infants to catch excrement | - |
nawab | 10 | a governor in India during the Mogul empire | - |
nandu | 6 | smaller of two tall fast-running flightless birds similar to ostriches but three-toed; found from Peru to Strait of Magellan | - |
navel | 8 | a scar where the umbilical cord was attached | you were not supposed to show your navel on television |
nasal | 5 | sounding as if the nose were pinched | a whining nasal voice |
nazir | 14 | - | - |
nance | 7 | offensive term for a homosexual man | - |
nanna | 5 | the mother of your father or mother | - |
nadir | 6 | an extreme state of adversity; the lowest point of anything | - |
natty | 8 | marked by up-to-dateness in dress and manners | - |
natal | 5 | a region of eastern South Africa on the Indian Ocean | - |
natch | 10 | - | - |
naiad | 6 | submerged aquatic plant having narrow leaves and small flowers; of fresh or brackish water | - |
navvy | 14 | a laborer who is obliged to do menial work | - |
namer | 7 | a person who gives a name or names | the owner is usually the namer of a boat |
naams | 7 | - | - |
naans | 5 | - | - |
nabes | 7 | - | - |
nabis | 7 | - | - |
nabks | 11 | - | - |
nabla | 7 | - | - |
nabob | 9 | a governor in India during the Mogul empire | - |
nache | 10 | - | - |
nacre | 7 | the iridescent internal layer of a mollusk shell | - |
nadas | 6 | - | - |
naeve | 8 | - | - |
naevi | 8 | - | - |
naffs | 11 | - | - |
nagas | 6 | - | - |
naggy | 10 | - | - |
nagor | 6 | - | - |
nahal | 8 | - | - |
naifs | 8 | - | - |
naiks | 9 | - | - |
nails | 5 | - | - |
naira | 5 | the basic unit of money in Nigeria | - |
nairu | 5 | - | - |
naker | 9 | - | - |
nakfa | 12 | - | - |
nalas | 5 | - | - |
naled | 6 | - | - |
nalla | 5 | - | - |
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6 letter words
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nature | 6 | a causal agent creating and controlling things in the universe | the laws of nature |
nation | 6 | a politically organized body of people under a single government | African nations |
native | 9 | characteristic of or relating to people inhabiting a region from the beginning | native Americans |
narrow | 9 | become tight or as if tight | - |
napkin | 12 | a small piece of table linen that is used to wipe the mouth and to cover the lap in order to protect clothing | - |
namely | 11 | as follows | - |
naming | 9 | the act of putting a person into a non-elective position | - |
nausea | 6 | the state that precedes vomiting | - |
napalm | 10 | gasoline jelled with aluminum soaps; highly incendiary liquid used in fire bombs and flamethrowers | - |
naught | 10 | a quantity of no importance | it was all for naught |
natron | 6 | - | - |
nanook | 10 | - | - |
natter | 6 | talk socially without exchanging too much information | - |
napped | 11 | (of fabrics) having soft nap produced by brushing | napped fabrics |
nailer | 6 | a worker who attaches something by nailing it | - |
napper | 10 | - | - |
nautch | 11 | an intricate traditional dance in India performed by professional dancing girls | - |
nabbed | 11 | - | - |
nabber | 10 | - | - |
nablas | 8 | - | - |
nabobs | 10 | - | - |
nachas | 11 | - | - |
naches | 11 | - | - |
nachos | 11 | - | - |
nacket | 12 | - | - |
nacred | 9 | - | - |
nacres | 8 | - | - |
nadirs | 7 | - | - |
nadors | 7 | - | - |
naeves | 9 | - | - |
naevus | 9 | - | - |
naffed | 13 | - | - |
naffer | 12 | - | - |
naffly | 15 | - | - |
nagana | 7 | - | - |
nagari | 7 | a syllabic script used in writing Sanskrit and Hindi | - |
nagged | 9 | - | - |
nagger | 8 | someone (especially a woman) who annoys people by constantly finding fault | - |
nagors | 7 | - | - |
nahals | 9 | - | - |
naiads | 7 | - | - |
naiant | 6 | applied to a fish depicted horizontally | - |
naifer | 9 | - | - |
naifly | 12 | - | - |
nailed | 7 | - | - |
nairas | 6 | - | - |
nairus | 6 | - | - |
naiver | 9 | - | - |
naives | 9 | - | - |
nakers | 10 | - | - |
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7 letter words
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natural | 7 | (of a parent or child) related by blood; genetically related | natural parent |
naughty | 14 | suggestive of sexual impropriety | a naughty wink |
nagging | 10 | continually complaining or faultfinding | nagging parents |
namaste | 9 | - | - |
napping | 12 | not prepared or vigilant | the blow caught him napping |
narrows | 10 | - | - |
narrate | 7 | narrate or give a detailed account of | - |
natured | 8 | - | - |
narwhal | 13 | small Arctic whale the male having a long spiral ivory tusk | - |
naively | 13 | in a naive manner | he believed, naively, that she would leave him her money |
naivety | 13 | lack of sophistication or worldliness | - |
nastier | 7 | - | - |
naivete | 10 | lack of sophistication or worldliness | - |
nabbing | 12 | - | - |
nakedly | 15 | in an exposed manner; without protection or defense | they were attacked as they huddled nakedly on the bare hill |
natrium | 9 | - | - |
naphtha | 15 | any of various volatile flammable liquid hydrocarbon mixtures; used chiefly as solvents | - |
nastily | 10 | in a nasty ill-tempered manner | `Don't expect me to help you,' he added nastily |
nacelle | 9 | a streamlined enclosure for an aircraft engine | - |
nasally | 10 | in a nasal manner | inhaled nasally |
nascent | 9 | being born or beginning | the nascent chicks |
nankeen | 11 | a durable fabric formerly loomed by hand in China from natural cotton having a yellowish color | - |
nattily | 10 | in a natty manner; with smartness | it was arranged carefully and nattily |
navarin | 10 | - | - |
naartje | 14 | - | - |
nabbers | 11 | - | - |
nacarat | 9 | - | - |
nackets | 13 | - | - |
nacrite | 9 | - | - |
nacrous | 9 | - | - |
nadiral | 8 | - | - |
naebody | 13 | - | - |
naevoid | 11 | - | - |
naffest | 13 | - | - |
naffing | 14 | - | - |
naganas | 8 | - | - |
nagapie | 10 | - | - |
nagaris | 8 | - | - |
naggers | 9 | - | - |
naggier | 9 | - | - |
nagmaal | 10 | - | - |
nagware | 11 | - | - |
naiades | 8 | - | - |
naifest | 10 | - | - |
nailers | 7 | - | - |
nailery | 10 | - | - |
nailing | 8 | - | - |
nailset | 7 | - | - |
naivest | 10 | - | - |
naivist | 10 | - | - |
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8 letter words
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national | 8 | a person who owes allegiance to that nation | - |
narrator | 8 | someone who tells a story | - |
napoleon | 10 | a card game similar to whist; usually played for stakes | - |
nauseous | 8 | causing or able to cause nausea | nauseous offal |
navigate | 12 | travel on water propelled by wind or by other means | - |
nameless | 10 | being or having an unknown or unnamed source | corporations responsible to nameless owners |
nativity | 14 | the event of being born | - |
nautical | 10 | relating to or involving ships or shipping or navigation or seamen | nautical charts |
narrowed | 12 | made narrow; limited in breadth | narrowed arteries impair blood circulation |
narrated | 9 | - | - |
nastiest | 8 | - | - |
namesake | 14 | a person with the same name as another | - |
narcotic | 12 | inducing stupor or narcosis | narcotic drugs |
narrowly | 14 | in a narrow manner; not allowing for exceptions | he interprets the law narrowly |
nautilus | 8 | cephalopod mollusk of warm seas whose females have delicate papery spiral shells | - |
narcosis | 10 | unconsciousness induced by narcotics or anesthesia | - |
naturist | 8 | a person who practices nudity for reasons of health or religion | - |
naysayer | 14 | someone with an aggressively negative attitude | - |
naloxone | 15 | a potent narcotic antagonist (trade name Narcan) especially effective with morphine | - |
naproxen | 17 | a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Naprosyn) used in the treatment of arthritis and musculoskeletal inflammation and moderate pain | - |
nazified | 21 | - | - |
naartjes | 15 | - | - |
naartjie | 15 | - | - |
nabobery | 15 | - | - |
nabobess | 12 | - | - |
nabobish | 15 | - | - |
nabobism | 14 | - | - |
nacarats | 10 | - | - |
nacelles | 10 | - | - |
nacreous | 10 | having a play of lustrous rainbow colors | nacreous (or pearlescent) clouds looking like mother-of-pearl |
nacrites | 10 | - | - |
naething | 12 | - | - |
naffness | 14 | - | - |
nagapies | 11 | - | - |
naggiest | 10 | - | - |
naggings | 11 | - | - |
nagmaals | 11 | - | - |
nagwares | 12 | - | - |
naifness | 11 | - | - |
nailfile | 11 | a small flat file for shaping the nails | - |
nailfold | 12 | - | - |
nailhead | 12 | flattened boss on the end of nail opposite to the point | - |
nailings | 9 | - | - |
nailless | 8 | - | - |
nailsets | 8 | - | - |
nainsell | 8 | - | - |
nainsook | 12 | a soft lightweight muslin used especially for babies | - |
naissant | 8 | - | - |
naivetes | 11 | - | - |
nakedest | 13 | - | - |
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9 letter words
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naturally | 12 | as might be expected | naturally, the lawyer sent us a huge bill |
narrating | 10 | - | - |
narrative | 12 | a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program | his narrative was interesting |
navigator | 13 | the ship's officer in charge of navigation | - |
narration | 9 | the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events | his narration was hesitant |
narrowing | 13 | becoming gradually narrower | - |
nakedness | 14 | a bleak and desolate atmosphere | the nakedness of the landscape |
narcissus | 11 | bulbous plant having erect linear leaves and showy yellow or white flowers either solitary or in clusters | - |
nastiness | 9 | malevolence by virtue of being malicious or spiteful or nasty | - |
nameplate | 13 | a plate bearing a name | - |
nauseated | 10 | feeling nausea; feeling about to vomit | - |
navigated | 14 | - | - |
nanometre | 11 | a metric unit of length equal to one billionth of a meter | - |
naughtier | 13 | - | - |
navigable | 15 | able to be sailed on or through safely | navigable waters |
narcotize | 20 | administer narcotics to | - |
naartjies | 16 | - | - |
nabobisms | 15 | - | - |
nachtmaal | 16 | - | - |
naebodies | 12 | - | - |
naethings | 13 | - | - |
naggingly | 15 | - | - |
nailbiter | 11 | - | - |
nailbrush | 14 | a brush used to clean a person's fingernails | - |
naileries | 9 | - | - |
nailfiles | 12 | - | - |
nailfolds | 13 | - | - |
nailheads | 13 | - | - |
nainsells | 9 | - | - |
nainsooks | 13 | - | - |
naissance | 11 | - | - |
naiveness | 12 | lack of sophistication or worldliness | - |
naiveties | 12 | - | - |
nalidixic | 19 | - | - |
naloxones | 16 | - | - |
namaskars | 15 | - | - |
namaycush | 19 | - | - |
namecheck | 22 | - | - |
namesakes | 15 | - | - |
nametapes | 13 | - | - |
nancified | 15 | - | - |
nannygais | 13 | - | - |
nannyings | 13 | - | - |
nanograms | 12 | - | - |
nanograss | 10 | - | - |
nanometer | 11 | a metric unit of length equal to one billionth of a meter | - |
nanopores | 11 | - | - |
nanoscale | 11 | - | - |
nanotechs | 14 | - | - |
nanotesla | 9 | - | - |
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10 letter words
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navigation | 14 | the guidance of ships or airplanes from place to place | - |
nationwide | 14 | extending throughout an entire nation | it was broadcast nationwide |
naturalist | 10 | a biologist knowledgeable about natural history (especially botany and zoology) | - |
narcissism | 14 | an exceptional interest in and admiration for yourself | - |
narcissist | 12 | someone in love with themselves | - |
navigating | 15 | - | - |
narcolepsy | 17 | a sleep disorder characterized by sudden and uncontrollable episodes of deep sleep | he believes that narcolepsy is attributable to an inability to suppress REM sleep during waking |
nationally | 13 | extending throughout an entire nation | nationally advertised |
nauseating | 11 | causing or able to cause nausea | a nauseating smell |
nanosecond | 13 | one billionth (10^-9) of a second; one thousandth of a microsecond | - |
naturalism | 12 | an artistic movement in 19th century France; artists and writers strove for detailed realistic and factual description | - |
naughtiest | 14 | - | - |
narrowness | 13 | a small margin | the landslide he had in the electoral college obscured the narrowness of a victory based on just 43% of the popular vote |
nasturtium | 12 | aquatic herbs | - |
nationhood | 14 | the state of being a nation | - |
naboberies | 14 | - | - |
nabobesses | 14 | - | - |
nachtmaals | 17 | - | - |
naffnesses | 16 | - | - |
naifnesses | 13 | - | - |
nailbiters | 12 | - | - |
naissances | 12 | - | - |
nalbuphine | 17 | - | - |
nalorphine | 15 | a narcotic antagonist (trade name Nalline) that counteracts the effects of narcotics (especially the effects of poisoning by morphine) | - |
naltrexone | 17 | an oral antagonist against the action of opiates | - |
namechecks | 23 | - | - |
namelessly | 15 | - | - |
nameplates | 14 | - | - |
nameworthy | 21 | - | - |
nandrolone | 11 | an androgen (trade names Durabolin or Kabolin) that is used to treat testosterone deficiency or breast cancer or osteoporosis | - |
nanisation | 10 | - | - |
nanization | 19 | - | - |
nannyberry | 18 | - | - |
nanogramme | 15 | - | - |
nanometers | 12 | - | - |
nanometres | 12 | - | - |
nanoteslas | 10 | - | - |
nanoworlds | 14 | - | - |
naphthalic | 20 | - | - |
naphthalin | 18 | - | - |
naphthenes | 18 | - | - |
naphthenic | 20 | - | - |
naprapathy | 20 | a drugless method of treatment based on the belief that disease symptoms arise from problems with ligaments and connective tissues | - |
narcotines | 12 | - | - |
narcotised | 13 | under the influence of narcotics | - |
narcotises | 12 | - | - |
narcotisms | 14 | - | - |
narcotists | 12 | - | - |
narcotized | 22 | under the influence of narcotics | in a stuperous narcotized state |
narcotizes | 21 | - | - |
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Imagine a world where words can begin with the simple yet powerful combination of letters 'NA'. This charismatic duo wields an undeniable influence over language and pronunciation, turning everyday speech into a delightful dance of sounds. From common expressions to peculiar terms, words starting with NA enchant us with their rhythmic allure and linguistic versatility. Buckle up as we journey through this captivating realm, showcasing examples that are as intriguing as they are entertaining.
About words starting with NA
The English language is a vast and intricate tapestry woven together by thousands of words, each with its unique story. The letter combination 'NA' serves as a linguistic key, unlocking a treasure trove of expressions that can be both practical and playful. The letter 'N', when paired with 'A', often produces a soft, nasal sound that rolls off the tongue with ease. This phonetic charm is part of what makes 'NA' words so appealing—it’s like a smooth vocal glide that adds a touch of elegance to any conversation.
Positioned at the beginning of a word, 'NA' sets a definitive tone, guiding the listener towards the word's intended meaning. Consider how the word 'nature' conjures images of serene landscapes or how 'narrate' immediately brings storytelling to mind. This powerful pairing not only influences how we pronounce these words but also shapes our perception of them—transforming language into an art form.
Popular word examples
Let's explore some popular words beginning with NA, each bringing its own flair and function to the table.
Nature
- Definition: The physical world and everything in it that is not made by humans.
- Example in a Sentence: She loves spending her weekends exploring the beauty of nature.
- Fun Fact: Derived from the Latin word 'natura', meaning birth or character.
Navigate
- Definition: To plan and direct the route or course of a vessel, vehicle, or journey.
- Example in a Sentence: He learned to navigate by the stars during his sailing trip.
- Fun Fact: The term originates from Latin 'navigare', combining 'navis' (ship) and 'agere' (to drive).
Narrative
- Definition: A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.
- Example in a Sentence: Her new book weaves a compelling narrative about life in the city.
- Fun Fact: Narratives have been a fundamental part of human culture since the advent of storytelling.
Native
- Definition: Associated with the place or circumstances of a person’s birth.
- Example in a Sentence: She is a native speaker of Spanish.
- Fun Fact: The concept of being native extends beyond people to plants and animals indigenous to a region.
Nation
- Definition: A large body of people united by common descent, history, culture, or language, inhabiting a particular state or territory.
- Example in a Sentence: The nation celebrated its independence day with fireworks and festivities.
- Fun Fact: The word 'nation' is derived from the Latin 'natio', meaning birth or race.
Napkin
- Definition: A piece of cloth or paper used at a meal to wipe the fingers or lips.
- Example in a Sentence: Please pass me a napkin; I spilled some sauce.
- Fun Fact: The word 'napkin' comes from the French 'nappe', which means tablecloth.
Nasty
- Definition: Very unpleasant to see, smell, taste, etc.
- Example in a Sentence: The food left a nasty aftertaste in his mouth.
- Fun Fact: Although it has negative connotations today, 'nasty' originally meant something elegant or neat in the 14th century.
Nap
- Definition: A short sleep, especially during the day.
- Example in a Sentence: After a long morning, she decided to take a quick nap.
- Fun Fact: The concept of a nap exists in many cultures and is often referred to as a power nap in modern times.
Narrow
- Definition: Of small width in relation to length.
- Example in a Sentence: The path was too narrow for both of us to walk side by side.
- Fun Fact: The word stems from Old English 'nearu', which means constricted or confined.
Nausea
- Definition: A feeling of sickness with an inclination to vomit.
- Example in a Sentence: The rough seas caused nausea among the passengers.
- Fun Fact: The word 'nausea' comes from the Greek 'nausia', meaning seasickness.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, here are some high-scoring gems that start with NA, sure to give you an edge in your next game.
Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
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Nacre | 7 | Mother-of-pearl; the iridescent substance |
Nagged | 9 | Past tense of nag; to annoy or irritate |
Naked | 10 | Without clothing or covering |
Napalm | 10 | A flammable liquid used in warfare |
Natrix | 13 | A genus of common water snakes |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle players, take note! Here are some five-letter wonders starting with NA to add to your vocabulary arsenal.
Word | Definition |
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Nanny | A person employed to look after a child in its home |
Navel | The central point of a place; also, belly button |
Naive | Lacking experience or sophistication |
Naked | Without clothing or coverage |
Nasty | Very unpleasant or offensive |
Unusual and rare word examples
Dive into the quirky world of words starting with NA, where linguistic treasures await discovery.
Nabob
- Definition: A wealthy, influential person.
- Interesting Fact: Originally referred to a provincial governor in the Mughal Empire.
- Example in a Sentence: The industrial nabob lived in a mansion overlooking the city.
Naiad
- Definition: A type of water nymph in Greek mythology.
- Interesting Fact: Naiads were believed to preside over fountains, wells, springs, streams, and brooks.
- Example in a Sentence: The old myth tells of a naiad who fell in love with a mortal.
Nacelle
- Definition: The outer casing of an aircraft engine.
- Interesting Fact: Derived from the French word for 'little boat', reflecting its shape.
- Example in a Sentence: Engineers examined the nacelle for any signs of damage.
Natter
- Definition: To talk casually, especially about unimportant matters.
- Interesting Fact: Originates from the Middle English word 'gnatren', meaning to grumble.
- Example in a Sentence: We spent the afternoon nattering about movies and music.
Nascent
- Definition: Coming into existence and beginning to display signs of future potential.
- Interesting Fact: Used in chemistry to describe a freshly formed element or compound.
- Example in a Sentence: The artist's nascent talent was evident in her early work.
Final words
From the familiar to the fantastical, words starting with NA bring a unique flair to our language. Whether you're navigating a conversation, narrating a tale, or simply enjoying a nap, there's no denying the charm and versatility these words offer. So next time you encounter a word beginning with this dynamic pair, let it remind you of the beauty and complexity of language. Happy exploring!