6 letter words starting with t
Welcome to a world where words like "treasure" and "tangle" shine with charm! Dive into our delightful collection of six-letter wonders starting with T. Perfect for word games or simply expanding your vocabulary, these tantalizing terms are sure to tickle your curiosity and boost your linguistic prowess. Happy exploring!
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| things | 10 | any movable possession (especially articles of clothing) | she packed her things and left |
| thanks | 13 | an acknowledgment of appreciation | - |
| trying | 10 | extremely irritating to the nerves | a trying day at the office |
| taking | 11 | very attractive; capturing interest | something inexpressibly taking in his manner |
| though | 13 | - | - |
| turned | 7 | in an unpalatable state | - |
| twenty | 12 | denoting a quantity consisting of 20 items or units | - |
| taught | 10 | - | - |
| ticket | 12 | a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc. | - |
| travel | 9 | change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically | We travelled from Rome to Naples by bus |
| toilet | 6 | a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination | - |
| throat | 9 | the passage to the stomach and lungs; in the front part of the neck below the chin and above the collarbone | - |
| target | 7 | the location of the target that is to be hit | - |
| tongue | 7 | a narrow strip of land that juts out into the sea | - |
| theory | 12 | a tentative insight into the natural world; a concept that is not yet verified but that if true would explain certain facts or phenomena | a scientific hypothesis that survives experimental testing becomes a scientific theory |
| talent | 6 | natural abilities or qualities | - |
| temple | 10 | (Judaism) the place of worship for a Jewish congregation | - |
| thirty | 12 | the cardinal number that is the product of ten and three | - |
| threat | 9 | a person who inspires fear or dread | - |
| troops | 8 | soldiers collectively | - |
| thrown | 12 | twisted together; as of filaments spun into a thread | thrown silk is raw silk that has been twisted and doubled into yarn |
| twelve | 12 | denoting a quantity consisting of 12 items or units | - |
| toward | 10 | Approaching; coming near. | - |
| turkey | 13 | an event that fails badly or is totally ineffectual | the first experiment was a real turkey |
| timing | 9 | the regulation of occurrence, pace, or coordination to achieve a desired effect (as in music, theater, athletics, mechanics) | - |
| tunnel | 6 | move through by or as by digging | - |
| tracks | 12 | - | - |
| tattoo | 6 | a design on the skin made by tattooing | - |
| temper | 10 | a sudden outburst of anger | his temper sparked like damp firewood |
| terror | 6 | a person who inspires fear or dread | he was the terror of the neighborhood |
| tennis | 6 | a game played with rackets by two or four players who hit a ball back and forth over a net that divides the court | - |
| tragic | 9 | very sad; especially involving grief or death or destruction | a tragic face |
| tested | 7 | tested and proved useful or correct | a tested method |
| throne | 9 | a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination | - |
| triple | 8 | increase threefold | - |
| tender | 7 | someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another | - |
| turtle | 6 | overturn accidentally | - |
| tissue | 6 | a soft thin (usually translucent) paper | - |
| turner | 6 | United States historian who stressed the role of the western frontier in American history (1861-1951) | - |
| tricky | 15 | having concealed difficulty | a tricky recipe to follow |
| theirs | 9 | - | - |
| trauma | 8 | any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc. | - |
| tomato | 8 | native to South America; widely cultivated in many varieties | - |
| thread | 10 | thread on or as if on a string | thread dried cranberries |
| tasted | 7 | - | - |
| trophy | 14 | something given as a token of victory | - |
| tucker | 12 | United States anarchist influential before World War I (1854-1939) | - |
| thesis | 9 | a treatise advancing a new point of view resulting from research; usually a requirement for an advanced academic degree | - |
| thirst | 9 | have a craving, appetite, or great desire for | - |
| tigers | 7 | a terrorist organization in Sri Lanka that began in 1970 as a student protest over the limited university access for Tamil students; currently seeks to establish an independent Tamil state called Eelam; relies on guerilla strategy including terrorist tactics that target key government and military personnel | - |
| thrill | 9 | feel sudden intense sensation or emotion | he was thrilled by the speed and the roar of the engine |
| tellin | 6 | - | - |
| tickle | 12 | feel sudden intense sensation or emotion | - |
| teller | 6 | someone who tells a story | - |
| thrust | 9 | the act of applying force to propel something | - |
| tailor | 6 | create (clothes) with cloth | - |
| tackle | 12 | put a harness | - |
| tipped | 11 | departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal | - |
| treaty | 9 | a written agreement between two states or sovereigns | - |
| tenant | 6 | someone who pays rent to use land or a building or a car that is owned by someone else | the landlord can evict a tenant who doesn't pay the rent |
| tiring | 7 | producing exhaustion | - |
| tapped | 11 | in a condition for letting out liquid drawn out as by piercing or drawing a plug | latex from tapped rubber trees |
| typing | 12 | writing done with a typewriter | - |
| trench | 11 | impinge or infringe upon | This matter entrenches on other domains |
| tavern | 9 | a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks | - |
| tyrant | 9 | a cruel and oppressive dictator | - |
| tarzan | 15 | a man raised by apes who was the hero of a series of novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs | - |
| thingy | 13 | - | - |
| tribal | 8 | relating to or characteristic of a tribe | tribal customs |
| tablet | 8 | a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet | - |
| tensed | 7 | having inflections to indicate tense | - |
| tucked | 13 | having tucked or being tucked | tightly tucked blankets |
| tinker | 10 | small mackerel found nearly worldwide | - |
| thrash | 12 | give a thrashing to; beat hard | - |
| techno | 11 | a style of fast heavy electronic dance music usually without vocals | - |
| trunks | 10 | (used in the plural) trousers that end at or above the knee | - |
| touchy | 14 | difficult to handle; requiring great tact | a touchy subject |
| tactic | 10 | a plan for attaining a particular goal | - |
| trance | 8 | a psychological state induced by (or as if induced by) a magical incantation | - |
| tamara | 8 | - | - |
| troupe | 8 | organization of performers and associated personnel (especially theatrical) | - |
| truths | 9 | - | - |
| taenia | 6 | a narrow headband or strip of ribbon worn as a headband | - |
| tuning | 7 | (music) calibrating something (an instrument or electronic circuit) to a standard frequency | - |
| timber | 10 | land that is covered with trees and shrubs | - |
| taping | 9 | a recording made on magnetic tape | - |
| talker | 10 | someone who expresses in language; someone who talks (especially someone who delivers a public speech or someone especially garrulous) | - |
| trendy | 10 | in accord with the latest fad | trendy ideas |
| tagged | 9 | bearing or marked with a label or tag | - |
| thrive | 12 | make steady progress; be at the high point in one's career or reach a high point in historical significance or importance | - |
| tanner | 6 | a small coin of the United Kingdom worth six pennies; not minted since 1970 | - |
| twitch | 14 | make an uncontrolled, short, jerky motion | his face is twitching |
| tights | 10 | skintight knit hose covering the body from the waist to the feet worn by acrobats and dancers and as stockings by women and girls | - |
| toledo | 7 | a city in central Spain on the Tagus river; famous for steel and swords since the first century | - |
| teased | 7 | feeling mild pleasurable excitement | - |
| talkie | 10 | a movie with synchronized speech and singing | - |
| tuxedo | 14 | semiformal evening dress for men | - |
| tumble | 10 | understand, usually after some initial difficulty | - |
| turnip | 8 | widely cultivated plant having a large fleshy edible white or yellow root | - |
| thrice | 11 | - | - |
| trader | 7 | someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold | - |
| tailed | 7 | having a tail of a specified kind; often used in combination | - |
| trojan | 13 | a program that appears desirable but actually contains something harmful | the contents of a trojan can be a virus or a worm |
| tumour | 8 | an abnormal new mass of tissue that serves no purpose | - |
| tanker | 10 | a soldier who drives a tank | - |
| turban | 8 | a small round woman's hat | - |
| trough | 10 | a treasury for government funds | - |
| tycoon | 11 | a very wealthy or powerful businessman | - |
| trifle | 9 | consider not very seriously | - |
| tampon | 10 | plug of cotton or other absorbent material; inserted into wound or body cavity to absorb exuded fluids (especially blood) | - |
| topped | 11 | having a top of a specified character | - |
| tanned | 7 | (of skin) having a tan color from exposure to the sun | - |
| trusty | 9 | worthy of trust or belief | - |
| timely | 11 | at an opportune time | - |
| trashy | 12 | cheap and inferior; of no value | trashy merchandise |
| tosser | 6 | terms of abuse for a masturbator | - |
| toying | 10 | playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest | - |
| teapot | 8 | pot for brewing tea; usually has a spout and handle | - |
| tenure | 6 | the term during which some position is held | - |
| tidied | 8 | - | - |
| tryout | 9 | trying something to find out about it | - |
| tenner | 6 | the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system | - |
| tinkle | 10 | a light clear metallic sound as of a small bell | - |
| tallis | 6 | English organist and composer of church and secular music; was granted a monopoly in music printing with William Byrd (1505-1585) | - |
| tartar | 6 | a fiercely vigilant and unpleasant woman | - |
| tripod | 9 | a three-legged rack used for support | - |
| toupee | 8 | a small hairpiece to cover partial baldness | - |
| trumps | 10 | - | - |
| trivia | 9 | something of small importance | - |
| talbot | 8 | English inventor and pioneer in photography who published the first book illustrated with photographs (1800-1877) | - |
| topple | 10 | fall down, as if collapsing | - |
| titled | 7 | belonging to the peerage | the titled classes |
| tarmac | 10 | surface with macadam | - |
| tundra | 7 | a vast treeless plain in the Arctic regions where the subsoil is permanently frozen | - |
| tingle | 7 | cause a stinging or tingling sensation | - |
| teensy | 9 | (used informally) very small | - |
| toffee | 12 | caramelized sugar cooled in thin sheets | - |
| tandem | 9 | a bicycle with two sets of pedals and two seats | - |
| ticker | 12 | the hollow muscular organ located behind the sternum and between the lungs; its rhythmic contractions move the blood through the body | - |
| tremor | 8 | shake with seismic vibrations | - |
| tangle | 7 | twist together or entwine into a confusing mass | The child entangled the cord |
| tamper | 10 | a tool for tamping (e.g., for tamping tobacco into a pipe bowl or a charge into a drill hole etc.) | - |
| tomboy | 13 | a girl who behaves in a boyish manner | - |
| tiffin | 12 | a midday meal | - |
| tiptoe | 8 | walk on one's toes | - |
| thorny | 12 | having or covered with protective barbs or quills or spines or thorns or setae etc. | - |
| tomcat | 10 | male cat | - |
| tilted | 7 | departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal | the headstones were tilted |
| tingly | 10 | - | - |
| thatch | 14 | an English pirate who operated in the Caribbean and off the Atlantic coast of North America (died in 1718) | - |
| talmud | 9 | the collection of ancient rabbinic writings on Jewish law and tradition (the Mishna and the Gemara) that constitute the basis of religious authority in Orthodox Judaism | - |
| tiller | 6 | grow shoots in the form of stools or tillers | - |
| triton | 6 | small usually bright-colored semiaquatic salamanders of North America and Europe and northern Asia | - |
| taxing | 14 | not easily borne; wearing | a taxing schedule |
| tendon | 7 | a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment | - |
| turret | 6 | a self-contained weapons platform housing guns and capable of rotation | - |
| thawed | 13 | no longer frozen | the thawed ground was muddy |
| torque | 15 | a twisting force | - |
| typhon | 14 | (Greek mythology) a monster with a hundred heads who breathed out flames; son of Typhoeus and father of Cerberus and the Chimera and the Sphinx | - |
| tranny | 9 | - | - |
| typhus | 14 | rickettsial disease transmitted by body lice and characterized by skin rash and high fever | - |
| truant | 6 | someone who shirks duty | - |
| teacup | 10 | as much as a teacup will hold | - |
| testes | 6 | - | - |
| thrift | 12 | extreme care in spending money; reluctance to spend money unnecessarily | - |
| tracer | 8 | ammunition whose flight can be observed by a trail of smoke | - |
| tattle | 6 | disclosing information or giving evidence about another | - |
| tanked | 11 | - | - |
| talcum | 10 | a fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcum powder | - |
| topper | 10 | a man's hat with a tall crown; usually covered with silk or with beaver fur | - |
| tamale | 8 | dough stuffed with a meat mixture and sometimes wrapped in corn husks and steamed | - |
| taster | 6 | someone who samples food or drink for its quality | - |
| tether | 9 | restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal | - |
| tawdry | 13 | tastelessly showy | tawdry ornaments |
| throes | 9 | violent pangs of suffering | death throes |
| typist | 11 | someone paid to operate a typewriter | - |
| thorpe | 11 | outstanding United States athlete (1888-1953) | - |
| teaser | 6 | someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity) | - |
| tropic | 10 | relating to or situated in or characteristic of the tropics (the region on either side of the equator) | tropical islands |
| tester | 6 | someone who administers a test to determine your qualifications | - |
| triage | 7 | sorting and allocating aid on the basis of need for or likely benefit from medical treatment or food | - |
| touche | 11 | - | - |
| tussle | 6 | disorderly fighting | - |
| thwart | 12 | a crosspiece spreading the gunnels of a boat; used as a seat in a rowboat | - |
| tipper | 10 | truck whose contents can be emptied without handling; the front end of the platform can be pneumatically raised so that the load is discharged by gravity | - |
| toting | 7 | - | - |
| treble | 8 | increase threefold | - |
| tweedy | 13 | of textiles; having a rough surface | - |
| taxman | 15 | someone who collects taxes for the government | - |
| truest | 6 | - | - |
| taming | 9 | - | - |
| tariff | 12 | a government tax on imports or exports | - |
| twinge | 10 | a sudden sharp feeling | twinges of conscience |
| tinsel | 6 | adorn with tinsel | snow flakes tinseled the trees |
| thorax | 16 | the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates | - |
| teflon | 9 | a material used to coat cooking utensils and in industrial applications where sticking is to be avoided | - |
| thebes | 11 | an ancient Egyptian city on the Nile River that flourished from the 22nd century BC to the 18th century BC; today the archeological remains include many splendid temples and tombs | - |
| thence | 11 | (used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result | we were young and thence optimistic |
| thinly | 12 | without viscosity | - |
| tonsil | 6 | either of two masses of lymphatic tissue one on each side of the oral pharynx | - |
| tubing | 9 | conduit consisting of a long hollow object (usually cylindrical) used to hold and conduct objects or liquids or gases | - |
| trowel | 9 | a small hand tool with a handle and flat metal blade; used for scooping or spreading plaster or similar materials | - |
| throng | 10 | a large gathering of people | - |
| twiggy | 14 | thin as a twig | - |
| tureen | 6 | large deep serving dish with a cover; for serving soups and stews | - |
| torrid | 7 | characterized by intense emotion | a torrid love affair |
| thrush | 12 | a woman who sings popular songs | - |
| teepee | 8 | a Native American tent; usually of conical shape | - |
| tantra | 6 | doctrine of enlightenment as the realization of the oneness of one's self and the visible world; combines elements of Hinduism and paganism including magical and mystical elements like mantras and mudras and erotic rites; especially influential in Tibet | - |
| tatami | 8 | - | - |
| tiptop | 10 | of the highest quality | an athlete in tiptop condition |
| thrall | 9 | the state of being under the control of another person | - |
| tartan | 6 | a cloth having a crisscross design | - |
| tsetse | 6 | bloodsucking African fly; transmits sleeping sickness etc. | - |
| trudge | 8 | walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud | - |
| techie | 11 | a technician who is highly proficient and enthusiastic about some technical field (especially computing) | - |
| townie | 9 | resident of a college town not affiliated with the college | - |
| taipan | 8 | large highly venomous snake of northeastern Australia | - |
| tedium | 9 | the feeling of being bored by something tedious | - |
| toggle | 8 | a hinged switch that can assume either of two positions | - |
| tannoy | 9 | a loudspeaker | - |
| turbot | 8 | a large brownish European flatfish | - |
| tinned | 7 | sealed in a can or jar | - |
| thwack | 18 | deliver a hard blow to | - |
| teeter | 6 | a plaything consisting of a board balanced on a fulcrum; the board is ridden up and down by children at either end | - |
| tammie | 10 | - | - |
| tallow | 9 | obtained from suet and used in making soap, candles and lubricants | - |
| timbre | 10 | (music) the distinctive property of a complex sound (a voice or noise or musical sound) | the timbre of her soprano was rich and lovely |
| tidbit | 9 | a small tasty bit of food | - |
| tipple | 10 | drink moderately but regularly | We tippled the cognac |
| tagger | 8 | a computer program that attaches labels to the grammatical constituents of textual matter | - |
| tilled | 7 | turned or stirred by plowing or harrowing or hoeing | tilled land ready for seed |
| tiddly | 11 | slightly intoxicated | - |
| toothy | 12 | having or showing prominent teeth | a toothy smile |
| tassel | 6 | adornment consisting of a bunch of cords fastened at one end | - |
| twisty | 12 | marked by repeated turns and bends | had to steer the car down a twisty track |
| titian | 6 | old master of the Venetian school (1490-1576) | - |
| tirade | 7 | a speech of violent denunciation | - |
| turbid | 9 | (of liquids) clouded as with sediment | - |
| tumult | 8 | the act of making a noisy disturbance | - |
| thymus | 14 | a ductless glandular organ at the base of the neck that produces lymphocytes and aids in producing immunity; atrophies with age | - |
| torpor | 8 | a state of motor and mental inactivity with a partial suspension of sensibility | he fell into a deep torpor |
| toucan | 8 | brilliantly colored arboreal fruit-eating bird of tropical America having a very large thin-walled beak | - |
| totter | 6 | move unsteadily, with a rocking motion | - |
| tensor | 6 | a generalization of the concept of a vector | - |
| tented | 7 | - | - |
| tarsus | 6 | the part of the foot of a vertebrate between the metatarsus and the leg; in human beings the bones of the ankle and heel collectively | - |
| turgid | 8 | abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas | - |
| tugger | 8 | someone who pulls or tugs or drags in an effort to move something | - |
| tinder | 7 | material for starting a fire | - |
| tahini | 9 | a thick Middle Eastern paste made from ground sesame seeds | - |
| truism | 8 | an obvious truth | - |
| tiling | 7 | the application of tiles to cover a surface | - |
| titbit | 8 | a small tasty bit of food | - |
| tinier | 6 | - | - |
| triste | 6 | - | - |
| triune | 6 | being three in one; used especially of the Christian Trinity | a triune God |
| tasker | 10 | - | - |
| tucket | 12 | (music) a short lively tune played on brass instruments | - |
| tushie | 9 | - | - |
| tupelo | 8 | any of several gum trees of swampy areas of North America | - |
| toyman | 11 | - | - |
| tonite | 6 | - | - |
| toddle | 8 | walk unsteadily | small children toddle |
| tamely | 11 | in a tame manner | the labour movement allowed itself to be run out of power tamely |
| tiered | 7 | having or arranged in tiers | a tiered mound |
| theist | 9 | of or relating to theism | - |
| thusly | 12 | in the way indicated | - |
| thieve | 12 | take by theft | - |
| tootsy | 9 | - | - |
| tailer | 6 | - | - |
| tannin | 6 | any of various complex phenolic substances of plant origin; used in tanning and in medicine | - |
| tatted | 7 | - | - |
| tarsal | 6 | any bone of the tarsus | - |
| troppo | 10 | - | - |
| tetchy | 14 | easily irritated or annoyed | - |
| thicko | 15 | - | - |
| toerag | 7 | - | - |
| toller | 6 | someone employed to collect tolls | - |
| tercel | 8 | male hawk especially male peregrine or gyrfalcon | - |
| tatter | 6 | a small piece of cloth or paper | - |
| twofer | 12 | a coupon that allows the holder to purchase two items (as two tickets to a play) for the price of one | - |
| tufted | 10 | (of a bird or animal) having a usually ornamental tuft or process on the head; often used in combination | tufted duck |
| tickly | 15 | - | - |
| tetany | 9 | clinical neurological syndrome characterized by muscular twitching and cramps and (when severe) seizures; associated with calcium deficiency (hypoparathyroidism) or vitamin D deficiency or alkalosis | - |
| tetter | 6 | - | - |
| tousle | 6 | disarrange or rumple; dishevel | The strong wind tousled my hair |
| troika | 10 | the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one | - |
| toning | 7 | - | - |
| torpid | 9 | slow and apathetic | a mind grown torpid in old age |
| tossup | 8 | an unpredictable phenomenon | - |
| teeing | 7 | - | - |
| teethe | 9 | grow teeth; cut the baby teeth | - |
| talion | 6 | - | - |
| tatler | 6 | - | - |
| tapper | 10 | someone who wiretaps a telephone or telegraph wire | - |
| tarama | 8 | - | - |
| tartly | 9 | in a tart manner | `Never mind your immortal soul,' she said tartly |
| twilit | 9 | lighted by or as if by twilight | a boat on a twilit river |
| typify | 17 | express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol | - |
| tweeze | 18 | pluck with tweezers | tweeze facial hair |
| tubful | 11 | the amount that a tub will hold | - |
| tsuris | 6 | (Yiddish) aggravating trouble | the frustrating tsuris he subjected himself to |
| trompe | 10 | - | - |
| tusker | 10 | any mammal with prominent tusks (especially an elephant or wild boar) | - |
| tuffet | 12 | a low seat or a stool to rest the feet of a seated person | - |
| tictac | 10 | steady recurrent ticking sound as made by a clock | - |
| tittle | 6 | a tiny or scarcely detectable amount | - |
| tinpot | 8 | inferior (especially of a country's leadership) | he's a tinpot Hitler |
| thetic | 11 | - | - |
| triply | 11 | - | - |
| trocar | 8 | - | - |
| trogon | 7 | forest bird of warm regions of the New World having brilliant lustrous plumage and long tails | - |
| toiler | 6 | one who works strenuously | - |
| totted | 7 | - | - |
| torero | 6 | a matador or one of the supporting team during a bull fight | - |
| tsubos | 8 | - | - |
| thongy | 13 | - | - |
| thingo | 10 | - | - |
| thetri | 9 | - | - |
| thangs | 10 | - | - |
| tenesi | 6 | - | - |
| tehsil | 9 | - | - |
| teevee | 9 | - | - |
| teabag | 9 | - | - |
| tassos | 6 | - | - |
| tassas | 6 | - | - |
| tasing | 7 | - | - |
| tasbih | 11 | - | - |
| targas | 7 | - | - |
| tantos | 6 | - | - |
| taikos | 10 | - | - |
| tigger | 8 | - | - |
| tignon | 7 | - | - |
| tiyins | 9 | - | - |
| tsadik | 11 | - | - |
| trimix | 15 | - | - |
| treyfa | 12 | - | - |
| trapse | 8 | - | - |
| tradie | 7 | - | - |
| toybox | 18 | - | - |
| touton | 6 | - | - |
| toupie | 8 | - | - |
| tortie | 6 | - | - |
| toolie | 6 | - | - |
| toodle | 7 | - | - |
| tonify | 12 | - | - |
| tompot | 10 | - | - |
| tolley | 9 | - | - |
| togrog | 8 | - | - |
| todger | 8 | - | - |
| tuchis | 11 | - | - |
| tzadik | 20 | - | - |
| tzaddi | 17 | - | - |
| tyiyns | 12 | - | - |
| twinky | 16 | - | - |
| twerks | 13 | - | - |
| tweeps | 11 | - | - |
| tussac | 8 | - | - |
| tunket | 10 | - | - |
| tulsis | 6 | - | - |
| tuiles | 6 | - | - |
| tuchus | 11 | - | - |
| taeing | 7 | - | - |
| tahous | 9 | - | - |
| tahsil | 9 | - | - |
| taiaha | 9 | - | - |
| taigas | 7 | - | - |
| taigle | 7 | - | - |
| taihoa | 9 | - | - |
| tahina | 9 | - | - |
| taguan | 7 | East Indian flying squirrel | - |
| taffia | 12 | - | - |
| tafias | 9 | - | - |
| taggee | 8 | - | - |
| tagine | 7 | - | - |
| tagrag | 8 | - | - |
| taille | 6 | - | - |
| takhis | 13 | - | - |
| takier | 10 | - | - |
| takins | 10 | - | - |
| talaks | 10 | - | - |
| talant | 6 | - | - |
| talaqs | 15 | - | - |
| talars | 6 | - | - |
| takeup | 12 | - | - |
| takers | 10 | - | - |
| tailye | 9 | - | - |
| taints | 6 | - | - |
| tairas | 6 | - | - |
| taisch | 11 | - | - |
| taiver | 9 | - | - |
| tajine | 13 | - | - |
| takahe | 13 | flightless New Zealand birds similar to gallinules | - |
| taddie | 8 | - | - |
| taatas | 6 | - | - |
| tabard | 9 | a short sleeveless outer tunic emblazoned with a coat of arms; worn by a knight over his armor or by a herald | - |
| tabbed | 11 | - | - |
| tabbis | 10 | - | - |
| tabefy | 14 | - | - |
| taberd | 9 | - | - |
| tabers | 8 | - | - |
| tablas | 8 | - | - |
| tabled | 9 | - | - |
| tables | 8 | - | - |
| tacets | 8 | - | - |
| taches | 11 | - | - |
| tachos | 11 | - | - |
| tacked | 13 | - | - |
| tacker | 12 | a sewer who fastens a garment with long loose stitches | - |
| tacket | 12 | - | - |
| tackey | 15 | - | - |
| tacans | 8 | - | - |
| tabuns | 8 | - | - |
| taboos | 8 | - | - |
| tabors | 8 | - | - |
| tabour | 8 | a small drum with one head of soft calfskin | - |
| tabret | 8 | - | - |
| tabued | 9 | - | - |
| tabula | 8 | - | - |
| tabuli | 8 | - | - |
| teated | 7 | - | - |
| tectum | 10 | - | - |
| tedded | 9 | - | - |
| tedder | 8 | - | - |
| teddie | 8 | - | - |
| tedier | 7 | - | - |
| teemed | 9 | - | - |
| tectal | 8 | - | - |
| teckel | 12 | - | - |
| teazed | 16 | - | - |
| teazel | 15 | any of several herbs of the genus Dipsacus native to the Old World having flower heads surrounded by spiny bracts | - |
| teazes | 15 | - | - |
| teazle | 15 | - | - |
| tebbad | 11 | - | - |
| teched | 12 | - | - |
| teemer | 8 | - | - |
| teends | 7 | - | - |
| teened | 7 | - | - |
| teguas | 7 | - | - |
| tegula | 7 | - | - |
| teiids | 7 | - | - |
| teinds | 7 | - | - |
| tekkie | 14 | - | - |
| telary | 9 | - | - |
| telcos | 8 | - | - |
| teledu | 7 | - | - |
| tegmen | 9 | - | - |
| teener | 6 | - | - |
| teenes | 6 | - | - |
| teenty | 9 | - | - |
| teered | 7 | - | - |
| telega | 7 | - | - |
| teases | 6 | - | - |
| tawais | 9 | - | - |
| tawted | 10 | - | - |
| tawtie | 9 | - | - |
| taxeme | 15 | - | - |
| taxers | 13 | - | - |
| taxied | 14 | - | - |
| taxies | 13 | - | - |
| taxite | 13 | - | - |
| tawses | 9 | - | - |
| tawsed | 10 | - | - |
| tawers | 9 | - | - |
| tawery | 12 | - | - |
| tawhai | 12 | - | - |
| tawier | 9 | - | - |
| tawing | 10 | - | - |
| tawney | 12 | English economist remembered for his studies of the development of capitalism (1880-1962) | - |
| tawpie | 11 | - | - |
| taxmen | 15 | - | - |
| taxols | 13 | - | - |
| teamed | 9 | - | - |
| teamer | 8 | - | - |
| teapoy | 11 | - | - |
| teared | 7 | - | - |
| tearer | 6 | - | - |
| teasel | 6 | any of several herbs of the genus Dipsacus native to the Old World having flower heads surrounded by spiny bracts | - |
| teaing | 7 | - | - |
| teagle | 7 | - | - |
| taxons | 13 | - | - |
| taxors | 13 | - | - |
| tayras | 9 | - | - |
| tazzas | 24 | - | - |
| tchick | 17 | - | - |
| teabox | 15 | - | - |
| teades | 7 | - | - |
| tenrec | 8 | small often spiny insectivorous mammal of Madagascar; resembles a hedgehog | - |
| tenuis | 6 | - | - |
| tenuti | 6 | - | - |
| tenuto | 6 | - | - |
| tenzon | 15 | - | - |
| teopan | 8 | - | - |
| tepals | 8 | - | - |
| tepees | 8 | - | - |
| tenues | 6 | - | - |
| tentie | 6 | - | - |
| tenser | 6 | - | - |
| tenses | 6 | - | - |
Step into the whimsical world of six-letter words starting with T, where the power of these letters influences language and pronunciation in delightful ways. These words bring a unique blend of sounds and meanings, making them both useful and fascinating. From the tantalizing "tangle" to the tenacious "toggle," you'll discover how the combination of these letters adds a special flair to our everyday vocabulary. Let's dive into some captivating examples and explore the charm of these six-letter wonders.
About Six-Letter Words Starting with T
The letter 'T' is a titan of the English alphabet, standing tall as one of the most commonly used consonants. Its versatility allows it to lead the charge in word formation, adding a crisp, clear sound that demands attention. When combined with other letters to form six-letter words, 'T' often sets the tone for meaning and pronunciation. For instance, in the word "ticket," the initial 'T' creates a quick, staccato sound that mirrors the swift action of tearing a ticket. The position of 'T' at the start of such words often gives them an assertive quality, anchoring the rest of the letters in place.
This leading consonant, paired with various vowels and consonants, can create words that range from the tangible and tactile to the abstract and obscure. Take "trophy," for example. The 'T' initiates a sense of triumph and achievement, while the rest of the word follows suit, echoing the glory of winning. This reflects the importance of each letter's position in a word, influencing not only its pronunciation but also the imagery and feelings it evokes.
Popular Word Examples
Let's explore some popular six-letter words that start with T and see what makes them stand out.
Tangle
- Definition: A confused or complicated state; a twisted mass.
- Example in a Sentence: Her hair was a tangle after the windy day at the beach.
- Fun Fact: The word comes from the Old Norse word "tagl," meaning a tail of a horse.
Toggle
- Definition: To switch between two options or states.
- Example in a Sentence: You can toggle between the light and dark themes on your computer settings.
- Fun Fact: The term originates from nautical usage, where a toggle was a pin inserted into a knot.
Thrift
- Definition: The quality of using money and resources carefully and not wastefully.
- Example in a Sentence: Practicing thrift can help you save money for future needs.
- Fun Fact: Thrift stores get their name from this word, emphasizing cost-saving shopping.
Talent
- Definition: A natural aptitude or skill.
- Example in a Sentence: She has a talent for playing the piano beautifully.
- Fun Fact: Historically, a talent was a large unit of weight or money in ancient times.
Tundra
- Definition: A vast, flat, treeless Arctic region in which the subsoil is permanently frozen.
- Example in a Sentence: The Arctic tundra is home to unique wildlife adapted to cold climates.
- Fun Fact: The word comes from the Russian "tundra," meaning a treeless plain.
High-Scoring Scrabble Examples
For those who enjoy the strategic thrill of Scrabble, here are some high-scoring six-letter words starting with T.
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Thrash | 12 | To beat violently with a whip or stick. |
| Thwack | 18 | A sharp blow or noise. |
| Thrive | 12 | To grow or develop well or vigorously. |
| Thwart | 12 | To prevent someone from accomplishing something. |
| Twangy | 13 | Having a strong ringing sound or resonance. |
Popular Five-Letter Words for Wordle
Wordle enthusiasts can appreciate these five-letter words starting with T, perfect for strategic guessing.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Trace | A path or track left by something. |
| Trend | A general direction in which something is developing. |
| Tweak | To make small adjustments to improve. |
| Twist | To form into a bent, curling shape. |
| Teach | To impart knowledge or skills. |
Unusual and Rare Word Examples
Delve into the quirkier side of language with these rare six-letter words starting with T.
Trivet
- Definition: A stand or support placed under a hot dish to protect a table.
- Interesting Fact: Originating from the Latin "tripēs," meaning three-footed, trivets were originally three-legged stands.
- Example in a Sentence: She placed the steaming pot on a trivet to avoid burning the table.
Tobira
- Definition: An evergreen shrub native to East Asia, known for its fragrant flowers.
- Interesting Fact: Also called the Japanese mock orange, this plant is used in traditional Asian gardens.
- Example in a Sentence: The tobira bush filled the garden with its sweet scent.
Tocsin
- Definition: An alarm bell or signal.
- Interesting Fact: Derived from Old French, the word combines "toque," meaning touch, and "sin," meaning bell.
- Example in a Sentence: The tocsin rang out, warning the villagers of the impending storm.
Tsuris
- Definition: Trouble or woe; distress.
- Interesting Fact: This Yiddish word has made its way into English vernacular, often used humorously.
- Example in a Sentence: I've had enough tsuris today to last a lifetime!
Final Words
The world of six-letter words starting with T is a treasure trove of linguistic curiosity. Whether you're captivated by their etymology, intrigued by their utility, or amused by their uniqueness, these words add color and depth to our languages. Embrace the power of 'T' and let these words enrich your daily conversations and word games.
