Words Starting With SA
Welcome to a world where every word starts with a spark! Dive into the exciting universe of "SA" and explore words that sizzle with meaning. From savory snacks to savvy solutions, this page is your ticket to discovering delightful and surprising vocabulary treasures. Let's get started on this sensational journey!
3 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| say | 6 | have or contain a certain wording or form | What does the law say? |
| saw | 6 | a power tool for cutting wood | - |
| sad | 4 | bad; unfortunate | her clothes were in sad shape |
| sam | 5 | a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target | - |
| san | 3 | - | - |
| sat | 3 | the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians | - |
| sal | 3 | - | - |
| sai | 3 | - | - |
| sap | 5 | a person who lacks good judgment | - |
| sac | 5 | an enclosed space | - |
| sae | 3 | - | - |
| sax | 10 | a single-reed woodwind with a conical bore | - |
| sag | 4 | a shape that sags | there was a sag in the chair seat |
| sau | 3 | - | - |
| sar | 3 | - | - |
| sav | 6 | - | - |
| sab | 5 | - | - |
| saz | 12 | - | - |
4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| said | 5 | being the one previously mentioned or spoken of | said party has denied the charges |
| same | 6 | a member of an indigenous nomadic people living in northern Scandinavia and herding reindeer | - |
| says | 7 | - | - |
| save | 7 | make unnecessary an expenditure or effort | This will save money |
| safe | 7 | contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse | - |
| sake | 8 | Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice; usually served hot | - |
| sale | 4 | an agreement (or contract) in which property is transferred from the seller (vendor) to the buyer (vendee) for a fixed price in money (paid or agreed to be paid by the buyer) | the salesman faxed the sales agreement to his home office |
| sand | 5 | French writer known for works concerning women's rights and independence (1804-1876) | - |
| salt | 4 | the taste experience when common salt is taken into the mouth | - |
| sang | 5 | North American woodland herb similar to and used as substitute for the Chinese ginseng | - |
| sack | 10 | an enclosed space | - |
| sail | 4 | move with sweeping, effortless, gliding motions | Shreds of paper sailed through the air |
| saul | 4 | (New Testament) a Christian missionary to the Gentiles; author of several Epistles in the New Testament; even though Paul was not present at the Last Supper he is considered an Apostle | - |
| sane | 4 | marked by sound judgment | sane nuclear policy |
| sari | 4 | a dress worn primarily by Hindu women; consists of several yards of light material that is draped around the body | - |
| sank | 8 | - | - |
| sage | 5 | of the grey-green color of sage leaves | - |
| saki | 8 | Japanese alcoholic beverage made from fermented rice; usually served hot | - |
| saga | 5 | a narrative telling the adventures of a hero or a family; originally (12th to 14th centuries) a story of the families that settled Iceland and their descendants but now any prose narrative that resembles such an account | - |
| sars | 4 | a respiratory disease of unknown etiology that apparently originated in mainland China in 2003; characterized by fever and coughing or difficulty breathing or hypoxia; can be fatal | - |
| sass | 4 | an impudent or insolent rejoinder | don't give me any of your sass |
| sash | 7 | a band of material around the waist that strengthens a skirt or trousers | - |
| sade | 5 | French soldier and writer whose descriptions of sexual perversion gave rise to the term `sadism' (1740-1814) | - |
| sans | 4 | - | - |
| sant | 4 | - | - |
| sais | 4 | - | - |
| sate | 4 | fill to satisfaction | I am sated |
| sawn | 7 | - | - |
| sadi | 5 | - | - |
| sago | 5 | powdery starch from certain sago palms; used in Asia as a food thickener and textile stiffener | - |
| saut | 4 | - | - |
| saag | 5 | - | - |
| sabe | 6 | - | - |
| sabs | 6 | - | - |
| sacs | 6 | - | - |
| sado | 5 | - | - |
| sads | 5 | - | - |
| saft | 7 | - | - |
| sags | 5 | - | - |
| sagy | 8 | - | - |
| saic | 6 | - | - |
| saim | 6 | - | - |
| sain | 4 | - | - |
| sair | 4 | - | - |
| sall | 4 | - | - |
| salp | 6 | minute floating marine tunicate having a transparent body with an opening at each end | - |
| sals | 4 | - | - |
| sama | 6 | - | - |
| samp | 8 | - | - |
| sams | 6 | - | - |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| saved | 9 | guarded from injury or destruction | - |
| saint | 5 | declare (a dead person) to be a saint | - |
| sauce | 7 | add zest or flavor to, make more interesting | sauce the roast |
| sally | 8 | a venture off the beaten path | a sally into the wide world beyond his home |
| salad | 6 | food mixtures either arranged on a plate or tossed and served with a moist dressing; usually consisting of or including greens | - |
| sales | 5 | income (at invoice values) received for goods and services over some given period of time | - |
| sandy | 9 | of hair color; pale yellowish to yellowish brown | - |
| sammy | 12 | - | - |
| sarge | 6 | - | - |
| salon | 5 | a shop where hairdressers and beauticians work | - |
| sadly | 9 | in an unfortunate or deplorable manner | he was sadly neglected |
| salty | 8 | engagingly stimulating or provocative | salty language |
| sauna | 5 | a Finnish steam bath; steam is produced by pouring water over heated rocks | - |
| samba | 9 | large west African tree having large palmately lobed leaves and axillary cymose panicles of small white flowers and one-winged seeds; yields soft white to pale yellow wood | - |
| salsa | 5 | spicy sauce of tomatoes and onions and chili peppers to accompany Mexican foods | - |
| sahib | 10 | formerly a term of respect for important white Europeans in colonial India; used after the name | - |
| sands | 6 | the region of the shore of a lake or sea or ocean | - |
| saber | 7 | cut or injure with a saber | - |
| sassy | 8 | improperly forward or bold | - |
| saheb | 10 | - | - |
| satin | 5 | a smooth fabric of silk or rayon; has a glossy face and a dull back | - |
| sayid | 9 | - | - |
| salts | 5 | - | - |
| sakai | 9 | - | - |
| savor | 8 | derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in | - |
| saver | 8 | someone who saves something from danger or violence | - |
| savvy | 14 | get the meaning of something | - |
| sarin | 5 | a highly toxic chemical nerve agent that inhibits the activity of cholinesterase | - |
| sable | 7 | a very dark black | - |
| salvo | 8 | rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms | - |
| saree | 5 | a dress worn primarily by Hindu women; consists of several yards of light material that is draped around the body | - |
| saucy | 10 | improperly forward or bold | - |
| sappy | 12 | effusively or insincerely emotional | - |
| savoy | 11 | head of soft crinkly leaves | - |
| salve | 8 | semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation | - |
| sambo | 9 | - | - |
| sadhu | 9 | (Hinduism) an ascetic holy man | - |
| saran | 5 | any of various thermoplastic resins used to make things | - |
| savin | 8 | procumbent or spreading juniper | - |
| saiga | 6 | goat-like antelope of central Eurasia having a stubby nose like a proboscis | - |
| sabre | 7 | cut or injure with a saber | - |
| sated | 6 | - | - |
| satyr | 8 | one of a class of woodland deities; attendant on Bacchus; identified with Roman fauns | - |
| saute | 5 | fried quickly in a little fat | - |
| satay | 8 | - | - |
| sabra | 7 | a native-born Israeli | - |
| saith | 8 | - | - |
| salto | 5 | - | - |
| saner | 5 | - | - |
| sabot | 7 | a shoe carved from a single block of wood | - |
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6 letter words
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| saying | 10 | a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations | - |
| safety | 12 | a device designed to prevent injury or accidents | - |
| saving | 10 | an act of economizing; reduction in cost | there was a saving of 50 cents |
| sacred | 9 | worthy of religious veneration | the sacred name of Jesus |
| salary | 9 | something that remunerates | - |
| sample | 10 | take a sample of | - |
| safely | 12 | - | - |
| salute | 6 | propose a toast to | - |
| salmon | 8 | a tributary of the Snake River in Idaho | - |
| sailor | 6 | a stiff hat made of straw with a flat crown | - |
| savage | 10 | a member of an uncivilized people | - |
| santos | 6 | a port city in southwestern Brazil on an offshore island near Sao Paulo | - |
| savior | 9 | a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29) | - |
| saddle | 8 | a seat for the rider of a bicycle | - |
| saliva | 9 | a clear liquid secreted into the mouth by the salivary glands and mucous glands of the mouth; moistens the mouth and starts the digestion of starches | - |
| sawyer | 12 | any of several beetles whose larvae bore holes in dead or dying trees especially conifers | - |
| salaam | 8 | a deep bow; a Muslim form of salutation | - |
| sacked | 13 | having been robbed and destroyed by force and violence | - |
| safari | 9 | an overland journey by hunters (especially in Africa) | - |
| sabine | 8 | a river in eastern Texas that flows south into the Gulf of Mexico | - |
| salami | 8 | highly seasoned fatty sausage of pork and beef usually dried | - |
| sanity | 9 | normal or sound powers of mind | - |
| saloon | 6 | a car that is closed and that has front and rear seats and two or four doors | - |
| saucer | 8 | something with a round shape resembling a flat circular plate | - |
| saline | 6 | an isotonic solution of sodium chloride and distilled water | - |
| sadist | 7 | someone who obtains pleasure from inflicting pain on others | - |
| satire | 6 | witty language used to convey insults or scorn | - |
| sandal | 7 | a shoe consisting of a sole fastened by straps to the foot | - |
| sardar | 7 | - | - |
| salted | 7 | (used especially of meats) preserved in salt | - |
| sander | 7 | a power tool used for sanding wood; an endless loop of sandpaper is moved at high speed by an electric motor | - |
| salina | 6 | a town in central Kansas | - |
| sawing | 10 | - | - |
| savant | 9 | someone who has been admitted to membership in a scholarly field | - |
| sangha | 10 | - | - |
| savour | 9 | derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in | - |
| sambar | 10 | a deer of southern Asia with antlers that have three tines | - |
| sanded | 8 | - | - |
| savory | 12 | pleasing to the sense of taste | - |
| sadism | 9 | sexual pleasure obtained by inflicting harm (physical or psychological) on others | - |
| samosa | 8 | small turnover of Indian origin filled with vegetables or meat and fried and served hot | - |
| samara | 8 | a winged often one-seed indehiscent fruit as of the ash or elm or maple | - |
| sayers | 9 | English writer of detective fiction (1893-1957) | - |
| salwar | 9 | a pair of light loose trousers with a tight fit around the ankles; worn by women from the Indian subcontinent (usually with a kameez) | - |
| sachet | 11 | a small soft bag containing perfumed powder; used to perfume items in a drawer or chest | - |
| saxony | 16 | an area in Germany around the upper Elbe river; the original home of the Saxons | - |
| sampan | 10 | an Asian skiff usually propelled by two oars | - |
| sapper | 10 | a military engineer who does sapping (digging trenches or undermining fortifications) | - |
| sacrum | 10 | wedge-shaped bone consisting of five fused vertebrae forming the posterior part of the pelvis; its base connects with the lowest lumbar vertebra and its tip with the coccyx | - |
| salter | 6 | someone who makes or deals in salt | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| sausage | 8 | a small nonrigid airship used for observation or as a barrage balloon | - |
| savings | 11 | a fund of money put by as a reserve | - |
| sadness | 8 | the quality of excessive mournfulness and uncheerfulness | - |
| samurai | 9 | a Japanese warrior who was a member of the feudal military aristocracy | - |
| sailing | 8 | the activity of flying a glider | - |
| satisfy | 13 | fill, satisfy or meet a want or need or condtion ro restriction | - |
| saviour | 10 | a teacher and prophet born in Bethlehem and active in Nazareth; his life and sermons form the basis for Christianity (circa 4 BC - AD 29) | - |
| sanders | 8 | - | - |
| sabbath | 14 | a day of rest and worship: Sunday for most Christians; Saturday for the Jews and a few Christians; Friday for Muslims | - |
| sarcasm | 11 | witty language used to convey insults or scorn | he used sarcasm to upset his opponent |
| salvage | 11 | collect discarded material | - |
| satanic | 9 | extremely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell | satanic cruelty |
| saffron | 13 | a shade of yellow tinged with orange | - |
| sardine | 8 | small fatty fish usually canned | - |
| sashimi | 12 | very thinly sliced raw fish | - |
| satchel | 12 | luggage consisting of a small case with a flat bottom and (usually) a shoulder strap | - |
| saintly | 10 | marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint | a saintly concern for his fellow men |
| sandbox | 17 | a plaything consisting of a pile of sand or a box filled with sand for children to play in | - |
| saddled | 10 | subject to an imposed burden | left me saddled with the bill |
| sandman | 10 | an elf in fairy stories who sprinkles sand in children's eyes to make them sleepy | - |
| sapiens | 9 | of or relating to or characteristic of Homo sapiens | - |
| sawdust | 11 | fine particles of wood made by sawing wood | - |
| sagging | 10 | hanging down (as from exhaustion or weakness) | - |
| sawmill | 12 | a mill for dressing logs and lumber | - |
| sandlot | 8 | a vacant lot used by city boys to play games | - |
| sangria | 8 | sweetened red wine and orange or lemon juice with soda water | - |
| sanctum | 11 | a sacred place of pilgrimage | - |
| sandbag | 11 | hit something or somebody as if with a sandbag | - |
| sapling | 10 | young tree | - |
| sampler | 11 | someone who samples food or drink for its quality | - |
| sacking | 14 | the termination of someone's employment (leaving them free to depart) | - |
| sainted | 8 | marked by utter benignity; resembling or befitting an angel or saint | my sainted mother |
| saluted | 8 | - | - |
| samsara | 9 | (Hinduism and Buddhism) the endless cycle of birth and suffering and death and rebirth | - |
| samovar | 12 | a metal urn with a spigot at the base; used in Russia to boil water for tea | - |
| saunter | 7 | walk leisurely and with no apparent aim | - |
| salient | 7 | having a quality that thrusts itself into attention | salient traits |
| sandbar | 10 | a bar of sand | - |
| satsuma | 9 | a variety of mandarin orange | - |
| salinas | 7 | - | - |
| savanna | 10 | a flat grassland in tropical or subtropical regions | - |
| saurian | 7 | of or relating to lizards | - |
| saltier | 7 | - | - |
| sauteed | 8 | fried quickly in a little fat | - |
| sambuca | 13 | an Italian liqueur made with elderberries and flavored with licorice | - |
| savoury | 13 | pleasing to the sense of taste | - |
| sandpit | 10 | a plaything consisting of a pile of sand or a box filled with sand for children to play in | - |
| sassing | 8 | an impudent or insolent rejoinder | - |
| sarcoma | 11 | a usually malignant tumor arising from connective tissue (bone or muscle etc.); one of the four major types of cancer | - |
| sackful | 16 | the quantity contained in a sack | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| sandwich | 17 | insert or squeeze tightly between two people or objects | She was sandwiched in her airplane seat between two fat men |
| salesman | 10 | a man salesperson | - |
| sabotage | 11 | destroy property or hinder normal operations | The Resistance sabotaged railroad operations during the war |
| savannah | 14 | a flat grassland in tropical or subtropical regions | - |
| sadistic | 11 | deriving pleasure or sexual gratification from inflicting pain on another | - |
| sanitary | 11 | free from filth and pathogens | sanitary conditions for preparing food |
| sanctity | 13 | the quality of being holy | - |
| sayonara | 11 | a farewell remark | - |
| sapphire | 15 | a light shade of blue | - |
| sanction | 10 | official permission or approval | - |
| sailboat | 10 | a small sailing vessel; usually with a single mast | - |
| sampling | 13 | items selected at random from a population and used to test hypotheses about the population | - |
| salvaged | 13 | - | - |
| saluting | 9 | - | - |
| saucepan | 12 | a deep pan with a handle; used for stewing or boiling | - |
| savagely | 15 | in a vicious manner | - |
| saboteur | 10 | someone who commits sabotage or deliberately causes wrecks | - |
| satanist | 8 | an adherent of Satan or Satanism | - |
| savagery | 15 | the trait of extreme cruelty | - |
| sacristy | 13 | a room in a church where sacred vessels and vestments are kept or meetings are held | - |
| sanguine | 9 | confidently optimistic and cheerful | - |
| savoring | 12 | taking a small amount into the mouth to test its quality | cooking was fine but it was the savoring that he enjoyed most |
| satanism | 10 | a belief in and reverence for devils (especially Satan) | - |
| sailfish | 14 | a saltwater fish with lean flesh | - |
| sanctify | 16 | render holy by means of religious rites | - |
| salivate | 11 | be envious, desirous, eager for, or extremely happy about something | - |
| salinity | 11 | the taste experience when common salt is taken into the mouth | - |
| santeria | 8 | - | - |
| salaried | 9 | receiving or eligible for compensation | salaried workers |
| salvager | 12 | someone who salvages | - |
| sameness | 10 | the quality of wearisome constancy, routine, and lack of variety | he hated the sameness of the food the college served |
| sanitize | 17 | make sanitary by cleaning or sterilizing | - |
| satiated | 9 | supplied (especially fed) to satisfaction | - |
| saturate | 8 | infuse or fill completely | - |
| salutary | 11 | tending to promote physical well-being; beneficial to health | the salutary influence of pure air |
| sandbank | 15 | a submerged bank of sand near a shore or in a river; can be exposed at low tide | - |
| saleable | 10 | capable of being sold; fit for sale | saleable at a low price |
| sardonic | 11 | disdainfully or ironically humorous; scornful and mocking | his rebellion is the bitter, sardonic laughter of all great satirists |
| satirist | 8 | a humorist who uses ridicule and irony and sarcasm | - |
| sargasso | 9 | brown algae with rounded bladders forming dense floating masses in tropical Atlantic waters as in the Sargasso Sea | - |
| sawtooth | 14 | a serration on a saw blade | - |
| salivary | 14 | of or relating to saliva | salivary gland |
| sawbones | 13 | a physician who specializes in surgery | - |
| satirize | 17 | ridicule with satire | The writer satirized the politician's proposal |
| sawhorse | 14 | a framework for holding wood that is being sawed | - |
| sagittal | 9 | located in a plane that is parallel to the central plane of the sagittal suture | - |
| satirise | 8 | ridicule with satire | - |
| sabatons | 10 | - | - |
| sabayons | 13 | - | - |
| sabbaths | 15 | - | - |
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9 letter words
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| sacrifice | 16 | the act of killing (an animal or person) in order to propitiate a deity | - |
| satisfied | 13 | allayed | - |
| satellite | 9 | man-made equipment that orbits around the earth or the moon | - |
| salvation | 12 | (theology) the act of delivering from sin or saving from evil | - |
| sanctuary | 14 | area around the altar of a church for the clergy and choir; often enclosed by a lattice or railing | - |
| sarcastic | 13 | expressing or expressive of ridicule that wounds | - |
| sasquatch | 23 | large hairy humanoid creature said to live in wilderness areas of the United States and Canada | - |
| saxophone | 21 | a single-reed woodwind with a conical bore | - |
| sabotaged | 13 | - | - |
| samaritan | 11 | a member of the people inhabiting Samaria in biblical times | - |
| safeguard | 14 | a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc. | an insurance policy is a good safeguard |
| sacrament | 13 | a formal religious ceremony conferring a specific grace on those who receive it; the two Protestant ceremonies are baptism and the Lord's Supper; in the Roman Catholic Church and the Eastern Orthodox Church there are seven traditional rites accepted as instituted by Jesus: baptism and confirmation and Holy Eucharist and penance and holy orders and matrimony and extreme unction | - |
| saturated | 10 | being the most concentrated solution possible at a given temperature; unable to dissolve still more of a substance | a saturated solution |
| saltwater | 12 | water containing salts | the water in the ocean is all saltwater |
| sacrilege | 12 | blasphemous behavior; the act of depriving something of its sacred character | - |
| salesgirl | 10 | a woman salesperson | - |
| sandpaper | 14 | stiff paper coated with powdered emery or sand | - |
| sandstone | 10 | a sedimentary rock consisting of sand consolidated with some cement (clay or quartz etc.) | - |
| sandstorm | 12 | a windstorm that lifts up clouds of dust or sand | - |
| salacious | 11 | suggestive of or tending to moral looseness | salacious limericks |
| saltpeter | 11 | (KNO3) used especially as a fertilizer and explosive | - |
| sainthood | 13 | saints collectively | - |
| satirical | 11 | exposing human folly to ridicule | a persistent campaign of mockery by the satirical fortnightly magazine |
| sassafras | 12 | yellowwood tree with brittle wood and aromatic leaves and bark; source of sassafras oil; widely distributed in eastern North America | - |
| salvaging | 14 | - | - |
| sanitized | 19 | made sanitary | - |
| sacristan | 11 | an officer of the church who is in charge of sacred objects | - |
| saddlebag | 14 | a large bag (or pair of bags) hung over a saddle | - |
| sagebrush | 15 | any of several North American composite subshrubs of the genera Artemis or Seriphidium | - |
| savouring | 13 | taking a small amount into the mouth to test its quality | - |
| sanitizer | 18 | - | - |
| sackcloth | 20 | a coarse cloth resembling sacking | - |
| saleslady | 13 | a woman salesperson | - |
| saccharin | 16 | a crystalline substance 500 times sweeter than sugar; used as a calorie-free sweetener | - |
| sanitised | 10 | made sanitary | - |
| sauceboat | 13 | a dish (often boat-shaped) for serving gravy or sauce | - |
| sailcloth | 14 | a strong fabric (such as cotton canvas) used for making sails and tents | - |
| saltiness | 9 | language or humor that is down-to-earth | the saltiness of their language was inappropriate |
| sarabande | 12 | - | - |
| saskatoon | 13 | edible purple or red berries | - |
| sauciness | 11 | inappropriate playfulness | - |
| sabadilla | 12 | - | - |
| sabbatics | 15 | - | - |
| sabbatine | 13 | - | - |
| sabbatise | 13 | - | - |
| sabbatism | 15 | - | - |
| sabbatize | 22 | - | - |
| saberlike | 15 | - | - |
| sablefish | 17 | - | - |
| sabotages | 12 | - | - |
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10 letter words
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| satisfying | 17 | providing abundant nourishment | - |
| sanitation | 10 | making something sanitary (free of germs) as by sterilizing | - |
| sanatorium | 12 | pejorative terms for an insane asylum | - |
| salutation | 10 | (usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting) | - |
| sanctioned | 13 | conforming to orthodox or recognized rules | - |
| sanitarium | 12 | a hospital for recuperation or for the treatment of chronic diseases | - |
| sauerkraut | 14 | shredded cabbage fermented in brine | - |
| sabbatical | 16 | a leave usually taken every seventh year | - |
| sanctified | 16 | made or declared or believed to be holy; devoted to a deity or some religious ceremony or use | sanctified wine |
| sabotaging | 14 | - | - |
| salmonella | 12 | rod-shaped Gram-negative enterobacteria; cause typhoid fever and food poisoning; can be used as a bioweapon | - |
| saturation | 10 | chromatic purity: freedom from dilution with white and hence vivid in hue | - |
| salamander | 13 | fire iron consisting of a metal rod with a handle; used to stir a fire | - |
| sandalwood | 15 | close-grained fragrant yellowish heartwood of the true sandalwood; has insect repelling properties and is used for carving and cabinetwork | - |
| saleswoman | 15 | a woman salesperson | - |
| sacrosanct | 14 | must be kept sacred | - |
| salubrious | 12 | promoting health; healthful | the salubrious mountain air and water |
| saccharine | 17 | overly sweet | - |
| sacrificer | 17 | a religious person who offers up a sacrifice | - |
| sandbagged | 16 | - | - |
| sacredness | 13 | the quality of being sacred | - |
| saltshaker | 17 | a shaker with a perforated top for sprinkling salt | - |
| sacroiliac | 14 | - | - |
| saddleback | 20 | a double sloping roof with a ridge and gables at each end | - |
| salivation | 13 | the secretion of saliva | - |
| satirising | 11 | - | - |
| saturnalia | 10 | a wild gathering involving excessive drinking and promiscuity | - |
| sabadillas | 13 | - | - |
| sabbatised | 15 | - | - |
| sabbatises | 14 | - | - |
| sabbatisms | 16 | - | - |
| sabbatized | 24 | - | - |
| sabbatizes | 23 | - | - |
| sabretache | 17 | - | - |
| sabrewings | 16 | - | - |
| sabulosity | 15 | - | - |
| sacahuista | 15 | - | - |
| sacahuiste | 15 | - | - |
| saccharase | 17 | an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of sucrose into glucose and fructose | - |
| saccharate | 17 | - | - |
| saccharide | 18 | an essential structural component of living cells and source of energy for animals; includes simple sugars with small molecules as well as macromolecular substances; are classified according to the number of monosaccharide groups they contain | - |
| saccharify | 23 | sweeten with sugar | - |
| saccharins | 17 | - | - |
| saccharise | 17 | - | - |
| saccharize | 26 | - | - |
| saccharoid | 18 | - | - |
| saccharose | 17 | a complex carbohydrate found in many plants and used as a sweetening agent | - |
| saccharums | 19 | - | - |
| sacculated | 15 | formed with or having saclike expansions | the alimentary tract is partially sacculated |
| sacerdotal | 13 | associated with the priesthood or priests | priestly (or sacerdotal) vestments |
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Welcome to the delightful world of words that kick off with the captivating combination "SA". These letters form a robust duo, giving rise to words that are not only useful in everyday conversation but also add a touch of intrigue and elegance to our language. From the soothing sounds of "safari" to the zesty zing of "salsa", words starting with SA have a unique flair. Prepare to explore this linguistic treasure chest as we dive into their significance, popular examples, Scrabble potential, and even some rare finds.
About words starting with SA
The "SA" combination is both common and versatile in the English language, creating words that span a wide range of meanings and uses. The letter S, with its sibilant sound, often signifies a smooth or swift movement, while A provides a strong vowel sound that can either soften or emphasize the preceding consonant. This blend gives "SA" words a distinctive auditory character, making them easy to recall and pleasant to pronounce.
Think about the word "savage"—it starts with a sharp "S" that leads into the open "A," emphasizing the abruptness and intensity of its meaning. Or consider "salute," where the initial "SA" segues into a respectful gesture, underscoring how the combination can influence the tone and implication of a word. The versatility of "SA" makes it a frequent choice in word formation, contributing to a diverse lexicon that is both practical and playful.
Popular word examples
Get ready to explore some of the most beloved words starting with SA! These words are not only common but also come with fascinating backstories and uses.
Salad
- Definition: A dish consisting of mixed pieces of food, typically with at least one raw ingredient.
- Example in a Sentence: I love having a fresh salad with my lunch every day.
- Fun Fact: The word "salad" comes from the Latin "salata", meaning "salted," referring to dressing ingredients with brine or vinegar.
Safari
- Definition: An expedition to observe or hunt animals in their natural habitat, especially in East Africa.
- Example in a Sentence: They went on a safari in Kenya and saw lions and elephants.
- Fun Fact: "Safari" originates from the Arabic "safar," which means journey.
Salsa
- Definition: A type of Latin American dance music incorporating elements of jazz and rock.
- Example in a Sentence: The salsa band had everyone on the dance floor moving to the rhythm.
- Fun Fact: Salsa also refers to a spicy tomato-based sauce used in Mexican cuisine.
Sandcastle
- Definition: A model of a castle built out of sand, typically by children on a beach.
- Example in a Sentence: We spent the afternoon building an elaborate sandcastle by the shore.
- Fun Fact: Sandcastles have been built for centuries, with the earliest known references dating back to ancient Egypt.
Satellite
- Definition: An artificial body placed in orbit around the earth or moon or another planet to collect information or for communication.
- Example in a Sentence: The satellite provided crucial data for weather forecasting.
- Fun Fact: The first artificial satellite, Sputnik, was launched by the Soviet Union in 1957.
Sanctuary
- Definition: A place of refuge or safety.
- Example in a Sentence: The wildlife sanctuary is home to many endangered species.
- Fun Fact: "Sanctuary" comes from the Latin "sanctuarium", referring to a sacred or holy place.
Sailboat
- Definition: A boat propelled partly or entirely by sails.
- Example in a Sentence: They spent the weekend sailing their sailboat on the lake.
- Fun Fact: Sailboats have been used for thousands of years, with evidence of their existence dating back to ancient Egypt.
Sauna
- Definition: A small room used as a hot-air or steam bath for cleaning and refreshing the body.
- Example in a Sentence: After a long day, relaxing in the sauna was just what I needed.
- Fun Fact: Saunas originated in Finland, and the word itself is Finnish.
Sabotage
- Definition: Deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct something.
- Example in a Sentence: The company suspected sabotage when their machinery was found damaged.
- Fun Fact: The term may have originated from French workers throwing their sabots (wooden shoes) into machinery to disrupt production.
Sage
- Definition: A wise person or a type of herb used in cooking.
- Example in a Sentence: The sage advice from the elder helped guide the community.
- Fun Fact: The herb sage is known for its earthy flavor and has been used in culinary and medicinal contexts for centuries.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words starting with SA offer plenty of high-scoring opportunities. Here are some gems to boost your game.
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Sax | 10 | A type of musical instrument similar to a saxophone. |
| Savvy | 14 | Shrewdness and practical knowledge; the ability to make good judgments. |
| Sashay | 12 | To walk in an ostentatious yet casual manner. |
| Saffron | 13 | A spice derived from the flower of Crocus sativus. |
| Sapient | 11 | Wise, or attempting to appear wise. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle fans rejoice! Here are some strategic five-letter SA words perfect for conquering the game.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Sable | A species of marten with dark brown fur, native to Japan and Siberia. |
| Salsa | A spicy tomato-based sauce or a type of Latin American music. |
| Saint | A person acknowledged as holy or virtuous. |
| Satin | A smooth, glossy fabric, typically of silk. |
| Salty | Tasting of, containing, or preserved with salt. |
| Saber | A heavy cavalry sword with a curved blade. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Dive into the extraordinary with these rare and unusual words starting with SA that will surely pique your interest.
Saccharine
- Definition: Excessively sweet or sentimental.
- Interesting Fact: The word "saccharine" comes from the Latin "saccharum," meaning sugar.
- Example in a Sentence: Her saccharine smile made everyone feel welcome.
Salubrious
- Definition: Health-giving; healthy.
- Interesting Fact: "Salubrious" is derived from the Latin "salubris," meaning promoting health.
- Example in a Sentence: The salubrious air of the mountains was invigorating.
Sanguine
- Definition: Optimistic or positive, especially in a difficult situation.
- Interesting Fact: In medieval medicine, "sanguine" was associated with a cheerful temperament, linked to the element of blood.
- Example in a Sentence: Despite the setbacks, she remained sanguine about the project's success.
Sapid
- Definition: Having a strong, pleasant taste.
- Interesting Fact: "Sapid" shares roots with "sapient" and "savor."
- Example in a Sentence: The chef's new dish was surprisingly sapid, leaving the diners impressed.
Sardonic
- Definition: Grimly mocking or cynical.
- Interesting Fact: The term "sardonic" is believed to have originated from the effects of a sardonic herb that caused facial convulsions.
- Example in a Sentence: His sardonic humor often left people wondering if he was serious.
Satrap
- Definition: A provincial governor in the ancient Persian empire.
- Interesting Fact: "Satrap" has been used metaphorically to describe a subordinate ruler or official.
- Example in a Sentence: The satrap governed the region with an iron fist.
Final words
Words beginning with SA are a wonderful testament to how language evolves and adapts. Whether you're playing a game, crafting a sentence, or simply enjoying the sound of words, the world of SA is as expansive as it is intriguing. So next time you come across this delightful duo, remember the richness and variety they bring to our lexicon.
