Words Starting With TA
Dive into the tantalizing world of words that kick off with "TA"! From everyday terms to the truly tantalizing, discover a treasure trove of vocabulary that's sure to tickle your linguistic taste buds. Whether you're tackling a crossword or just curious, let's explore these terrific "TA" terms together!
2 letter words
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ta | 2 | a hard grey lustrous metallic element that is highly resistant to corrosion; occurs in niobite and fergusonite and tantalite | - |
3 letter words
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| tax | 10 | set or determine the amount of (a payment such as a fine) | - |
| tap | 5 | draw from; make good use of | - |
| tae | 3 | - | - |
| tag | 4 | a label written or printed on paper, cardboard, or plastic that is attached to something to indicate its owner, nature, price, etc. | - |
| tai | 3 | of or relating to the languages of the Thai people | - |
| tan | 3 | ratio of the opposite to the adjacent side of a right-angled triangle | - |
| tab | 5 | sensationalist journalism | - |
| tao | 3 | an adherent of any branch of Taoism | - |
| tad | 4 | a slight amount or degree of difference | a tad too expensive |
| tam | 5 | a woolen cap of Scottish origin | - |
| tar | 3 | any of various dark heavy viscid substances obtained as a residue | - |
| taj | 10 | - | - |
| tau | 3 | the 19th letter of the Greek alphabet | - |
| tat | 3 | a projective technique using black-and-white pictures; subjects tell a story about each picture | - |
| tay | 6 | a branch of the Tai languages | - |
| tas | 3 | - | - |
| taw | 6 | a large marble used for shooting in the game of marbles | - |
| tak | 7 | - | - |
| tav | 6 | - | - |
4 letter words
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| take | 8 | the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property | - |
| talk | 8 | exchange thoughts; talk with | We often talk business |
| tape | 6 | measuring instrument consisting of a narrow strip (cloth or metal) marked in inches or centimeters and used for measuring lengths | the carpenter should have used his tape measure |
| taxi | 11 | a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money | - |
| tall | 4 | too improbable to admit of belief | a tall story |
| tank | 8 | a large (usually metallic) vessel for holding gases or liquids | - |
| tail | 4 | a spy employed to follow someone and report their movements | - |
| task | 8 | a specific piece of work required to be done as a duty or for a specific fee | the endless task of classifying the samples |
| tale | 4 | a trivial lie | - |
| tara | 4 | a village in eastern Ireland (northwest of Dublin); seat of Irish kings until 6th century | - |
| tang | 5 | a common rockweed used in preparing kelp and as manure | - |
| tart | 4 | a woman who engages in sexual intercourse for money | - |
| taco | 6 | (ethnic slur) offensive term for a person of Mexican descent | - |
| tame | 6 | correct by punishment or discipline | - |
| tate | 4 | United States poet and critic (1899-1979) | - |
| taps | 6 | (military) signal to turn the lights out | - |
| taro | 4 | herb of the Pacific islands grown throughout the tropics for its edible root and in temperate areas as an ornamental for its large glossy leaves | - |
| tack | 10 | gear for a horse | - |
| tact | 6 | consideration in dealing with others and avoiding giving offense | - |
| tana | 4 | - | - |
| tala | 4 | the basic unit of money in Western Samoa | - |
| taka | 8 | the basic unit of money in Bangladesh; equal to 100 paisa | - |
| tarp | 6 | waterproofed canvas | - |
| taut | 4 | pulled or drawn tight | taut sails |
| taos | 4 | a member of the Pueblo people living in northern New Mexico | - |
| tach | 9 | measuring instrument for indicating speed of rotation | - |
| tarn | 4 | a mountain lake (especially one formed by glaciers) | - |
| tain | 4 | - | - |
| talc | 6 | a fine grained mineral having a soft soapy feel and consisting of hydrated magnesium silicate; used in a variety of products including talcum powder | - |
| tamp | 8 | press down tightly | tamp the coffee grinds in the container to make espresso |
| tare | 4 | weedy annual grass often occurs in grainfields and other cultivated land; seeds sometimes considered poisonous | - |
| tael | 4 | a unit of weight used in east Asia approximately equal to 1.3 ounces | - |
| tane | 4 | - | - |
| tatu | 4 | about three feet long exclusive of tail | - |
| tabi | 6 | a sock with a separation for the big toe; worn with thong sandals by the Japanese | - |
| taal | 4 | an official language of the Republic of South Africa; closely related to Dutch and Flemish | - |
| tapa | 6 | a paperlike cloth made in the South Pacific by pounding tapa bark | - |
| tapu | 6 | - | - |
| tass | 4 | - | - |
| tabs | 6 | - | - |
| tabu | 6 | a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature | - |
| tace | 6 | - | - |
| tads | 5 | - | - |
| taed | 5 | - | - |
| taes | 4 | - | - |
| tags | 5 | - | - |
| taha | 7 | - | - |
| tahr | 7 | - | - |
| taig | 5 | - | - |
| tais | 4 | - | - |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| taken | 9 | understood in a certain way; made sense of | a word taken literally |
| table | 7 | flat tableland with steep edges | - |
| taste | 5 | a strong liking | - |
| talks | 9 | a discussion intended to produce an agreement | talks between Israelis and Palestinians |
| tasty | 8 | pleasing to the sense of taste | a tasty morsel |
| tales | 5 | - | - |
| tango | 6 | a ballroom dance of Latin-American origin | - |
| tails | 5 | formalwear consisting of full evening dress for men | - |
| tammy | 12 | a woolen cap of Scottish origin | - |
| takin | 9 | large heavily built goat antelope of eastern Himalayan area | - |
| taped | 8 | recorded on tape | - |
| tacky | 14 | tastelessly showy | - |
| tally | 8 | gain points in a game | - |
| tarot | 5 | any of a set of (usually 78) cards that include 22 cards representing virtues and vices and death and fortune etc.; used for playing card games and for divination by fortunetellers | - |
| taboo | 7 | a prejudice (especially in Polynesia and other South Pacific islands) that prohibits the use or mention of something because of its sacred nature | - |
| taxis | 12 | a locomotor response toward or away from an external stimulus by a motile (and usually simple) organism | - |
| taker | 9 | one who accepts an offer | - |
| talon | 5 | a sharp hooked claw especially on a bird of prey | - |
| tamed | 8 | brought from wildness into a domesticated state | - |
| taffy | 14 | chewy candy of sugar or syrup boiled until thick and pulled until glossy | - |
| taunt | 5 | aggravation by deriding or mocking or criticizing | - |
| tabby | 12 | female cat | - |
| tapas | 7 | - | - |
| tardy | 9 | after the expected or usual time; delayed | tardy children are sent to the principal |
| taint | 5 | the state of being contaminated | - |
| tater | 5 | an edible tuber native to South America; a staple food of Ireland | - |
| tangy | 9 | tasting sour like a lemon | - |
| tanto | 5 | - | - |
| tamer | 7 | an animal trainer who tames wild animals | - |
| tarry | 8 | be about | - |
| tatar | 5 | a member of the Mongolian people of central Asia who invaded Russia in the 13th century | - |
| tapir | 7 | large inoffensive chiefly nocturnal ungulate of tropical America and southeast Asia having a heavy body and fleshy snout | - |
| tawny | 11 | of a light brown to brownish orange color; the color of tanned leather | - |
| taper | 7 | a loosely woven cord (in a candle or oil lamp) that draws fuel by capillary action up into the flame | - |
| tacit | 7 | implied by or inferred from actions or statements | a tacit agreement |
| taupe | 7 | of something having a dusky brownish grey color | - |
| tansy | 8 | common perennial aromatic herb native to Eurasia having buttonlike yellow flower heads and bitter-tasting pinnate leaves sometimes used medicinally | - |
| tatty | 8 | tastelessly showy | - |
| taiga | 6 | - | - |
| talky | 12 | full of trivial conversation | - |
| tanga | 6 | 100 tanga equal 1 Tajikistani ruble | - |
| tabla | 7 | - | - |
| tache | 10 | - | - |
| taira | 5 | long-tailed arboreal mustelid of Central America and South America | - |
| taber | 7 | - | - |
| tanti | 5 | - | - |
| tabor | 7 | a small drum with one head of soft calfskin | - |
| talus | 5 | a sloping mass of loose rocks at the base of a cliff | - |
| tanka | 9 | a form of Japanese poetry; the 1st and 3rd lines have five syllables and the 2nd, 4th, and 5th have seven syllables | - |
| tamal | 7 | dough stuffed with a meat mixture and sometimes wrapped in corn husks and steamed | - |
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6 letter words
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| taking | 11 | very attractive; capturing interest | something inexpressibly taking in his manner |
| taught | 10 | - | - |
| target | 7 | the location of the target that is to be hit | - |
| talent | 6 | natural abilities or qualities | - |
| tattoo | 6 | a design on the skin made by tattooing | - |
| tasted | 7 | - | - |
| tackle | 12 | put a harness | - |
| tailor | 6 | create (clothes) with cloth | - |
| tapped | 11 | in a condition for letting out liquid drawn out as by piercing or drawing a plug | latex from tapped rubber trees |
| tavern | 9 | a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks | - |
| tarzan | 15 | a man raised by apes who was the hero of a series of novels by Edgar Rice Burroughs | - |
| tablet | 8 | a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet | - |
| tactic | 10 | a plan for attaining a particular goal | - |
| tamara | 8 | - | - |
| taenia | 6 | a narrow headband or strip of ribbon worn as a headband | - |
| 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) | - |
| tagged | 9 | bearing or marked with a label or tag | - |
| tanner | 6 | a small coin of the United Kingdom worth six pennies; not minted since 1970 | - |
| talkie | 10 | a movie with synchronized speech and singing | - |
| tailed | 7 | having a tail of a specified kind; often used in combination | - |
| tanker | 10 | a soldier who drives a tank | - |
| tampon | 10 | plug of cotton or other absorbent material; inserted into wound or body cavity to absorb exuded fluids (especially blood) | - |
| tanned | 7 | (of skin) having a tan color from exposure to the sun | - |
| 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 | - |
| talbot | 8 | English inventor and pioneer in photography who published the first book illustrated with photographs (1800-1877) | - |
| tarmac | 10 | surface with macadam | - |
| tandem | 9 | a bicycle with two sets of pedals and two seats | - |
| tamper | 10 | a tool for tamping (e.g., for tamping tobacco into a pipe bowl or a charge into a drill hole etc.) | - |
| tangle | 7 | twist together or entwine into a confusing mass | The child entangled the cord |
| 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 | - |
| taxing | 14 | not easily borne; wearing | a taxing schedule |
| tattle | 6 | disclosing information or giving evidence about another | - |
| 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 | - |
| tanked | 11 | - | - |
| 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 | - |
| tawdry | 13 | tastelessly showy | tawdry ornaments |
| taxman | 15 | someone who collects taxes for the government | - |
| taming | 9 | - | - |
| tariff | 12 | a government tax on imports or exports | - |
| 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 | - | - |
| tartan | 6 | a cloth having a crisscross design | - |
| taipan | 8 | large highly venomous snake of northeastern Australia | - |
| tannoy | 9 | a loudspeaker | - |
| tallow | 9 | obtained from suet and used in making soap, candles and lubricants | - |
| tammie | 10 | - | - |
| tagger | 8 | a computer program that attaches labels to the grammatical constituents of textual matter | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| talking | 12 | an exchange of ideas via conversation | - |
| tactics | 11 | a plan for attaining a particular goal | - |
| tapping | 12 | the sound of light blow or knock | he heard the tapping of the man's cane |
| tasting | 8 | taking a small amount into the mouth to test its quality | - |
| tainted | 8 | touched by rot or decay | tainted bacon |
| tangled | 9 | highly complex or intricate and occasionally devious | Oh, what a tangled web we weave |
| takeoff | 17 | humorous or satirical mimicry | - |
| tailing | 8 | the act of following someone secretly | - |
| tanning | 8 | beating with a whip or strap or rope as a form of punishment | - |
| tabloid | 10 | sensationalist journalism | - |
| tagging | 10 | - | - |
| takeout | 11 | prepared food that is intended to be eaten off of the premises | in England they call takeout food `takeaway' |
| tantrum | 9 | a display of bad temper | she threw a tantrum |
| tadpole | 10 | a larval frog or toad | - |
| tantric | 9 | of or relating to Tantrism | - |
| takings | 12 | the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property | - |
| tarnish | 10 | make dirty or spotty, as by exposure to air; also used metaphorically | The silver was tarnished by the long exposure to the air |
| tachyon | 15 | - | - |
| taxicab | 18 | a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money | - |
| tangent | 8 | ratio of the opposite to the adjacent side of a right-angled triangle | - |
| tapioca | 11 | granular preparation of cassava starch used to thicken especially puddings | - |
| tactful | 12 | showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with people | a tactful way of correcting someone |
| tartare | 7 | - | - |
| tactile | 9 | of or relating to or proceeding from the sense of touch | a tactile reflex |
| taffeta | 13 | a crisp smooth lustrous fabric | - |
| tallyho | 13 | - | - |
| taverna | 10 | - | - |
| tableau | 9 | a group of people attractively arranged (as if in a painting) | - |
| tallied | 8 | - | - |
| tangier | 8 | a city of northern Morocco at the west end of the Strait of Gibraltar | - |
| tankard | 12 | large drinking vessel with one handle | - |
| tannery | 10 | workplace where skins and hides are tanned | - |
| taxiing | 15 | - | - |
| tacitly | 12 | in a tacit manner; by unexpressed agreement | they are tacitly expected to work 10 hours a day |
| tacking | 14 | (nautical) the act of changing tack | - |
| tackler | 13 | a football player who tackles the ball carrier | - |
| tapered | 10 | becoming gradually narrower | trousers with tapered legs |
| taxable | 16 | (of goods or funds) subject to taxation | taxable income |
| tarring | 8 | - | - |
| tamping | 12 | - | - |
| tabling | 10 | - | - |
| tallith | 10 | (Judaism) a shawl with a ritually knotted fringe at each corner; worn by Jews at morning prayer | - |
| tamable | 11 | capable of being tamed | - |
| tankful | 14 | as much as a tank will hold | - |
| tarried | 8 | - | - |
| tattler | 7 | someone who gossips indiscreetly | - |
| taximan | 16 | someone who drives a taxi for a living | - |
| tailfin | 10 | a stabilizer that is part of the vertical tail structure of an airplane | - |
| tallboy | 12 | a tall chest of drawers divided into two sections and supported on four legs | - |
| tallish | 10 | somewhat tall | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| talented | 9 | endowed with talent or talents | - |
| tactical | 12 | of or pertaining to tactic or tactics | a tactical error |
| tattooed | 9 | - | - |
| takeover | 15 | a sudden and decisive change of government illegally or by force | - |
| talisman | 10 | a trinket or piece of jewelry usually hung about the neck and thought to be a magical protection against evil or disease | - |
| tapeworm | 15 | ribbonlike flatworms that are parasitic in the intestines of humans and other vertebrates | - |
| tangible | 11 | perceptible by the senses especially the sense of touch | skin with a tangible roughness |
| taunting | 9 | abusing vocally; expressing contempt or ridicule | taunting shouts of `coward' and `sissy' |
| tasteful | 11 | having or showing or conforming to good taste | - |
| taxpayer | 20 | someone who pays taxes | - |
| tailored | 9 | (of clothing) custom-made | - |
| tapestry | 13 | a wall hanging of heavy handwoven fabric often with pictorial designs | - |
| takedown | 16 | a crushing remark | - |
| tackling | 15 | - | - |
| taxation | 15 | government income due to taxation | - |
| tandoori | 9 | - | - |
| takeaway | 18 | prepared food that is intended to be eaten off of the premises | in England they call takeout food `takeaway' |
| tamarind | 11 | long-lived tropical evergreen tree with a spreading crown and feathery evergreen foliage and fragrant flowers yielding hard yellowish wood and long pods with edible chocolate-colored acidic pulp | - |
| tailpipe | 12 | a pipe carrying fumes from the muffler to the rear of a car | - |
| tactless | 10 | lacking or showing a lack of what is fitting and considerate in dealing with others | in the circumstances it was tactless to ask her age |
| tattered | 9 | worn to shreds; or wearing torn or ragged clothing | a man in a tattered shirt |
| tarragon | 9 | fresh leaves (or leaves preserved in vinegar) used as seasoning | - |
| tattling | 9 | prone to communicate confidential information | - |
| tailgate | 9 | a gate at the rear of a vehicle; can be lowered for loading | - |
| tartuffe | 14 | a hypocrite who pretends to religious piety (after the protagonist in a play by Moliere) | - |
| taciturn | 10 | habitually reserved and uncommunicative | - |
| tabletop | 12 | the top horizontal work surface of a table | - |
| tapering | 11 | becoming gradually narrower | long tapering fingers |
| tailspin | 10 | rapid descent of an aircraft in a steep spiral | - |
| tallying | 12 | - | - |
| tamworth | 16 | - | - |
| tailback | 16 | (American football) the person who plays tailback | - |
| tailwind | 12 | wind blowing in the same direction as the path of a ship or aircraft | - |
| tableaux | 17 | - | - |
| tailless | 8 | not having a tail | - |
| tameless | 10 | - | - |
| tailings | 9 | - | - |
| tamarisk | 14 | any shrub or small tree of the genus Tamarix having small scalelike or needle-shaped leaves and feathery racemes of small white or pinkish flowers; of mostly coastal areas with saline soil | - |
| tackiest | 14 | - | - |
| talkback | 20 | - | - |
| tangibly | 14 | in a tangible manner | virtue is tangibly rewarded |
| tankless | 12 | - | - |
| tapenade | 11 | a spread consisting of capers and black olives and anchovies made into a puree with olive oil | - |
| tabulate | 10 | arrange or enter in tabular form | - |
| tamarack | 16 | medium-sized larch of Canada and northern United States including Alaska having a broad conic crown and rust-brown scaly bark | - |
| tantalum | 10 | a hard grey lustrous metallic element that is highly resistant to corrosion; occurs in niobite and fergusonite and tantalite | - |
| tarlatan | 8 | - | - |
| tabanids | 11 | - | - |
| tabarded | 12 | - | - |
| tabarets | 10 | - | - |
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9 letter words
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| talkative | 16 | friendly and open and willing to talk | - |
| taekwondo | 17 | a Korean martial art similar to karate | - |
| tasteless | 9 | lacking aesthetic or social taste | - |
| tangerine | 10 | a variety of mandarin orange | - |
| tampering | 14 | the act of altering something secretly or improperly | - |
| tarantula | 9 | large southern European spider once thought to be the cause of tarantism (uncontrollable bodily movement) | - |
| tattooing | 10 | - | - |
| taillight | 13 | lamp (usually red) mounted at the rear of a motor vehicle | - |
| tardiness | 10 | the quality or habit of not adhering to a correct or usual or expected time | - |
| tailoring | 10 | the occupation of a tailor | - |
| taxidermy | 22 | the art of mounting the skins of animals so that they have lifelike appearance | - |
| tarnation | 9 | - | - |
| tarpaulin | 11 | waterproofed canvas | - |
| tactician | 13 | a person who is skilled at planning tactics | - |
| tactfully | 17 | showing tact or tactfulness; in a tactful manner | he stepped tactfully in to prevent trouble |
| tableware | 14 | articles for use at the table (dishes and silverware and glassware) | - |
| tattooist | 9 | - | - |
| tabulated | 12 | - | - |
| tahsildar | 13 | - | - |
| tautology | 13 | (logic) a statement that is necessarily true | the statement `he is brave or he is not brave' is a tautology |
| tamponade | 14 | blockage or closure (as of a wound or body cavity) by (or as if by) a tampon (especially to stop bleeding) | - |
| tantalize | 18 | harass with persistent criticism or carping | - |
| tachypnea | 19 | - | - |
| tailgater | 10 | a driver who follows too closely behind another motor vehicle | - |
| taximeter | 18 | a meter in a taxi that registers the fare (based on the length of the ride) | - |
| tabasheer | 14 | - | - |
| tabashirs | 14 | - | - |
| tabbinets | 13 | - | - |
| tabbouleh | 16 | a finely chopped salad with tomatoes and parsley and mint and scallions and bulgur wheat | - |
| tabboulis | 13 | - | - |
| tabbyhood | 20 | - | - |
| tabefying | 18 | - | - |
| tabellion | 11 | - | - |
| taberdars | 12 | - | - |
| tabescent | 13 | - | - |
| tablature | 11 | a musical notation indicating the fingering to be used | - |
| tablefuls | 14 | - | - |
| tableland | 12 | a relatively flat highland | - |
| tableless | 11 | - | - |
| tablemate | 13 | someone you dine with | - |
| tablemats | 13 | - | - |
| tablesful | 14 | - | - |
| tableside | 12 | - | - |
| tableting | 12 | - | - |
| tabletops | 13 | - | - |
| tabletted | 12 | - | - |
| tablewise | 14 | - | - |
| taboggans | 13 | - | - |
| tabooleys | 14 | - | - |
| taborines | 11 | - | - |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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| tablecloth | 17 | a covering spread over a dining table | - |
| tambourine | 14 | a shallow drum with a single drumhead and with metallic disks in the sides | - |
| tattletale | 10 | someone who gossips indiscreetly | - |
| tantamount | 12 | being essentially equal to something | his statement was tantamount to an admission of guilt |
| talentless | 10 | devoid of talent; not gifted | - |
| tactically | 17 | with regard to tactics | the tactically useful province is still firmly in the rebels' hands |
| tablespoon | 14 | as much as a tablespoon will hold | - |
| tabernacle | 14 | the Mormon temple | - |
| taskmaster | 16 | someone who imposes hard or continuous work | - |
| tailgating | 12 | - | - |
| tabulation | 12 | information set out in tabular form | - |
| tastefully | 16 | with taste; in a tasteful manner | the house was tastefully decorated |
| talismanic | 14 | possessing or believed to possess magic power especially protective power | a talismanic amulet |
| tangential | 11 | of superficial relevance if any | a tangential remark |
| tabulating | 13 | - | - |
| tachometer | 17 | measuring instrument for indicating speed of rotation | - |
| tabasheers | 15 | - | - |
| tabboulehs | 17 | - | - |
| tabbyhoods | 21 | - | - |
| tabellions | 12 | - | - |
| tabescence | 16 | - | - |
| tablanette | 12 | - | - |
| tablatures | 12 | - | - |
| tablelands | 13 | - | - |
| tablemates | 14 | - | - |
| tabletting | 13 | - | - |
| tablewares | 15 | - | - |
| tabloidier | 13 | - | - |
| tabloidism | 15 | - | - |
| tabogganed | 15 | - | - |
| tabularise | 12 | arrange or enter in tabular form | - |
| tabularize | 21 | arrange or enter in tabular form | - |
| tabulators | 12 | - | - |
| tabulatory | 15 | - | - |
| tacamahacs | 19 | - | - |
| tachograms | 18 | - | - |
| tachograph | 21 | a tachometer that produces a graphical record of its readings; used to record the speed and duration of trips in a motor vehicle | - |
| tachometry | 20 | - | - |
| tachygraph | 24 | - | - |
| tachylites | 18 | - | - |
| tachylitic | 20 | - | - |
| tachylytes | 21 | - | - |
| tachylytic | 23 | - | - |
| tachymeter | 20 | a theodolite designed for rapid measurements | - |
| tachymetry | 23 | - | - |
| tachypneas | 20 | - | - |
| tachypneic | 22 | - | - |
| tachypnoea | 20 | - | - |
| taciturnly | 15 | without speaking | - |
| tackboards | 19 | - | - |
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Step into the whimsical world of words starting with TA, where language takes on a playful twist and pronunciation becomes an art form. These tantalizing combinations of letters bring a unique flair to our everyday conversations, adding rhythm and character to our speech. From words that tickle your tongue to those that roll off it with ease, the TA prefix opens the door to a treasure trove of linguistic gems. Prepare to be captivated as we explore some of the most intriguing examples that highlight just how impactful these letters can be.
About words starting with TA
The letter combination TA holds a special place in the English language, often acting as the gateway to vibrant and dynamic words. The crisp "t" sound followed by the open "a" creates a pleasing auditory effect that can convey everything from the mundane to the mystical. This duo is not just about sound; it’s also about structure and meaning. Words like "table" and "tackle" showcase how TA can lead to concrete nouns or action-packed verbs, giving them a versatility that enriches our vocabulary.
TA words frequently appear in everyday language, often signifying objects, actions, or even abstract concepts. The placement of these letters at the beginning of a word can set the tone for its use and interpretation. For instance, "tangible" suggests something that can be touched or felt, while "tantalize" evokes a sense of teasing temptation. This initial TA sound sets the stage for the word's full impact, making them both practical and delightful to use in conversation.
Popular word examples
Starting with TA, these words have become everyday staples, each carrying its own charm and utility.
Table
- Definition: A piece of furniture with a flat top supported by one or more legs.
- Example in a Sentence: We gathered around the dining table for a family meal.
- Fun Fact: The word "table" comes from the Latin "tabula", which means a board or plank.
Tackle
- Definition: To confront or take on a challenge or task.
- Example in a Sentence: She decided to tackle the project with enthusiasm.
- Fun Fact: In sports, a tackle is a strategic move to stop an opponent, demonstrating the word’s versatility.
Tabby
- Definition: A domestic cat with a striped, spotted, or blotched pattern.
- Example in a Sentence: The tabby curled up on the sunny windowsill.
- Fun Fact: The word "tabby" is derived from the French "tabis", referring to a type of silk with a striped pattern.
Talent
- Definition: A natural aptitude or skill.
- Example in a Sentence: His talent for music was evident from a young age.
- Fun Fact: In ancient times, a "talent" was a unit of weight used for trading precious metals.
Tangle
- Definition: To twist together or entwine into a confused mass.
- Example in a Sentence: The cords were in such a tangle that it took hours to separate them.
- Fun Fact: "Tangle" can also refer to a complicated or confused state of affairs.
Tardy
- Definition: Delayed beyond the expected or proper time.
- Example in a Sentence: Being tardy to class often results in a warning.
- Fun Fact: The word "tardy" has its roots in the Latin word "tardus", meaning slow.
Target
- Definition: An object or goal aimed at for attention or attack.
- Example in a Sentence: She set her sights on the target and took the shot.
- Fun Fact: Originally, a "target" referred to a small round shield used in battle.
Taste
- Definition: To perceive or experience the flavor of something.
- Example in a Sentence: The soup had a rich, savory taste.
- Fun Fact: "Taste" is one of the five traditional senses and involves both the tongue and the brain.
Tactic
- Definition: An action or strategy carefully planned to achieve a specific end.
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- Example in a Sentence: The coach discussed new tactics with the team before the game.
- Fun Fact: "Tactic" comes from the Greek word "taktikos", meaning "of or relating to arrangement".
Taxi
- Definition: A car licensed to transport passengers in return for payment of a fare.
- Example in a Sentence: We hailed a taxi to get to the airport.
- Fun Fact: The term "taxi" is short for "taximeter cab", with "taximeter" referring to the device that measures the fare.
High-scoring Scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, words beginning with TA offer a strategic edge with impressive point potential.
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Taxicab | 18 | A vehicle that carries passengers for a fare. |
| Taffeta | 13 | A crisp, smooth fabric made from silk or nylon. |
| Tackling | 13 | The act of taking on or dealing with a task. |
| Taxable | 16 | Subject to taxation. |
| Tantalize | 18 | To tease or torment by presenting something desirable but keeping it out of reach. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
For Wordle lovers, these five-letter TA words are perfect contenders to test your skills and expand your vocabulary.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Tasty | Having a pleasant, distinct flavor. |
| Taper | To diminish or reduce in thickness towards one end. |
| Tardy | Delayed beyond the expected time. |
| Table | A piece of furniture with a flat surface and legs. |
| Taint | To contaminate or pollute something. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Dive into the realm of the less common but equally fascinating TA words that add a touch of rarity to language.
Taradiddle
- Definition: A petty lie or pretentious nonsense.
- Interesting Fact: Its playful sound matches its meaning, making it a fun word for fibs.
- Example in a Sentence: His story about the talking dog was pure taradiddle.
Tatterdemalion
- Definition: A person in tattered clothing; ragged or dilapidated in appearance.
- Interesting Fact: This word paints a vivid picture and is rooted in Middle English.
- Example in a Sentence: The old house stood like a tatterdemalion on the street corner.
Tautology
- Definition: A statement that repeats an idea using different words.
- Interesting Fact: Often used in rhetoric, tautologies are redundant but can be stylistically powerful.
- Example in a Sentence: "Free gift" is a classic example of a tautology.
Tabernacle
- Definition: A fixed or movable habitation, typically of light construction.
- Interesting Fact: Originally referred to the portable sanctuary in Jewish history.
- Example in a Sentence: The tabernacle was set up for the outdoor church service.
Talisman
- Definition: An object believed to have magical powers or bring good luck.
- Interesting Fact: Derived from the Arabic word "tilasm", meaning "completion" or "religious rite".
- Example in a Sentence: She wore a talisman to ward off bad luck.
Tachyon
- Definition: A hypothetical particle faster than light.
- Interesting Fact: Used in theoretical physics and often referenced in science fiction.
- Example in a Sentence: The concept of a tachyon challenges our understanding of physics.
Taffrail
- Definition: The rail around the stern of a ship.
- Interesting Fact: Originates from the Dutch word "tafereel", meaning "carved panel".
- Example in a Sentence: He leaned over the taffrail, watching the endless ocean.
Final words
Exploring words starting with TA unlocks a world of linguistic variety and creativity. From the familiar to the fantastical, these words shape our communication with their diverse meanings and rich histories. Whether you're crafting a sentence, playing a game, or delving into the unusual, there's always a TA word ready to enhance your expression.
