Words Starting With TE
Welcome to a world where words take center stage, starting with the terrific "TE"! From tantalizing tales to tech-savvy terms, explore the vibrant vocabulary that begins with these two tantalizing letters. Dive in and discover the teeming tapestry of "TE" words that add texture to our language!
2 letter words
Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
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te | 2 | a brittle silver-white metalloid element that is related to selenium and sulfur; it is used in alloys and as a semiconductor; occurs mainly as tellurides in ores of copper and nickel and silver and gold | - |
3 letter words
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ten | 3 | one of four playing cards in a deck with ten pips on the face | - |
tea | 3 | a tropical evergreen shrub or small tree extensively cultivated in e.g. China and Japan and India; source of tea leaves | tea has fragrant white flowers |
ted | 4 | a tough youth of 1950's and 1960's wearing Edwardian style clothes | - |
tel | 3 | - | - |
tee | 3 | support holding a football on end and above the ground preparatory to the kickoff | - |
tex | 10 | - | - |
tec | 5 | a police officer who investigates crimes | - |
tet | 3 | the New Year in Vietnam; observed for three days after the first full moon after January 20th | - |
teg | 4 | two-year-old sheep | - |
tef | 6 | - | - |
tes | 3 | - | - |
tew | 6 | - | - |
4 letter words
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tell | 4 | give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority | - |
team | 6 | form a team | We teamed up for this new project |
test | 4 | trying something to find out about it | - |
tear | 4 | a drop of the clear salty saline solution secreted by the lacrimal glands | his story brought tears to her eyes |
term | 6 | the end of gestation or point at which birth is imminent | a healthy baby born at full term |
text | 11 | a book prepared for use in schools or colleges | his economics textbook is in its tenth edition |
tend | 5 | have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined | She tends to be nervous before her lectures |
tent | 4 | a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs) | he pitched his tent near the creek |
tech | 9 | a school teaching mechanical and industrial arts and the applied sciences | - |
teen | 4 | being of the age 13 through 19 | teenage mothers |
temp | 8 | a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis | - |
teal | 4 | a blue-green color or pigment | - |
tele | 4 | - | - |
teil | 4 | - | - |
teat | 4 | the small projection of a mammary gland | - |
teak | 8 | hard strong durable yellowish-brown wood of teak trees; resistant to insects and to warping; used for furniture and in shipbuilding | - |
teem | 6 | be teeming, be abuzz | The plaza is teeming with undercover policemen |
tern | 4 | small slender gull having narrow wings and a forked tail | - |
tees | 4 | - | - |
teel | 4 | - | - |
tead | 5 | - | - |
teas | 4 | - | - |
tecs | 6 | - | - |
teds | 5 | - | - |
tedy | 8 | - | - |
teed | 5 | - | - |
teek | 8 | - | - |
teer | 4 | - | - |
teff | 10 | an African grass economically important as a cereal grass (yielding white flour of good quality) as well as for forage and hay | - |
tefs | 7 | - | - |
tegg | 6 | - | - |
tegs | 5 | - | - |
tegu | 5 | a city in southeastern South Korea | - |
tehr | 7 | - | - |
tein | 4 | - | - |
tela | 4 | - | - |
teld | 5 | - | - |
tels | 4 | - | - |
telt | 4 | - | - |
teme | 6 | - | - |
tems | 6 | - | - |
tene | 4 | - | - |
tens | 4 | - | - |
tepa | 6 | - | - |
terf | 7 | - | - |
tete | 4 | - | - |
teth | 7 | the 9th letter of the Hebrew alphabet | - |
tets | 4 | - | - |
tews | 7 | - | - |
5 letter words
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teach | 10 | impart skills or knowledge to | - |
teeth | 8 | the kind and number and arrangement of teeth (collectively) in a person or animal | - |
tears | 5 | the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds) | she was in tears |
terms | 7 | status with respect to the relations between people or groups | on good terms with her in-laws |
terry | 8 | English actress (1847-1928) | - |
texas | 12 | the second largest state; located in southwestern United States on the Gulf of Mexico | - |
teddy | 10 | plaything consisting of a child's toy bear (usually plush and stuffed with soft materials) | - |
tense | 5 | cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious | he got a phone call from his lawyer that tensed him up |
tease | 5 | disentangle and raise the fibers of | tease wool |
tenth | 8 | coming next after the ninth and just before the eleventh in position | - |
telly | 8 | an electronic device that receives television signals and displays them on a screen | the British call a tv set a telly |
tempo | 9 | (music) the speed at which a composition is to be played | - |
tesla | 5 | United States electrical engineer and inventor (born in Croatia but of Serbian descent) who discovered the principles of alternating currents and developed the first alternating-current induction motor and the Tesla coil and several forms of oscillators (1856-1943) | - |
tempt | 9 | induce into action by using one's charm | - |
teens | 5 | all the numbers that end in -teen | - |
teeny | 8 | (used informally) very small | - |
terra | 5 | - | - |
tenor | 5 | the general meaning or substance of an utterance | although I disagreed with him I could follow the tenor of his argument |
tenia | 5 | a narrow headband or strip of ribbon worn as a headband | - |
teary | 8 | with eyes full of tears | - |
testy | 8 | easily irritated or annoyed | - |
tepid | 8 | moderately warm | tepid bath water |
telex | 12 | a character printer connected to a telegraph that operates like a typewriter | - |
tetra | 5 | brightly colored tropical freshwater fishes | - |
tenet | 5 | a religious doctrine that is proclaimed as true without proof | - |
terse | 5 | brief and to the point; effectively cut short | short and terse and easy to understand |
tepee | 7 | a Native American tent; usually of conical shape | - |
testa | 5 | protective outer layer of seeds of flowering plants | - |
tench | 10 | freshwater dace-like game fish of Europe and western Asia noted for ability to survive outside water | - |
tenon | 5 | a projection at the end of a piece of wood that is shaped to fit into a mortise and form a mortise joint | - |
telia | 5 | - | - |
teade | 6 | - | - |
teads | 6 | - | - |
teaed | 6 | - | - |
teaks | 9 | - | - |
teals | 5 | - | - |
teams | 7 | - | - |
teats | 5 | - | - |
teaze | 14 | - | - |
techs | 10 | - | - |
techy | 13 | easily irritated or annoyed | - |
tecta | 7 | - | - |
teels | 5 | - | - |
teems | 7 | - | - |
teend | 6 | - | - |
teene | 5 | - | - |
teers | 5 | - | - |
teffs | 11 | - | - |
teggs | 7 | - | - |
tegua | 6 | - | - |
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6 letter words
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temple | 10 | (Judaism) the place of worship for a Jewish congregation | - |
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 | - |
tested | 7 | tested and proved useful or correct | a tested method |
tender | 7 | someone who waits on or tends to or attends to the needs of another | - |
tellin | 6 | - | - |
teller | 6 | someone who tells a story | - |
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 |
tensed | 7 | having inflections to indicate tense | - |
techno | 11 | a style of fast heavy electronic dance music usually without vocals | - |
teased | 7 | feeling mild pleasurable excitement | - |
teapot | 8 | pot for brewing tea; usually has a spout and handle | - |
tenure | 6 | the term during which some position is held | - |
tenner | 6 | the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system | - |
teensy | 9 | (used informally) very small | - |
tendon | 7 | a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment | - |
teacup | 10 | as much as a teacup will hold | - |
testes | 6 | - | - |
tether | 9 | restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal | - |
teaser | 6 | someone given to teasing (as by mocking or stirring curiosity) | - |
tester | 6 | someone who administers a test to determine your qualifications | - |
teflon | 9 | a material used to coat cooking utensils and in industrial applications where sticking is to be avoided | - |
teepee | 8 | a Native American tent; usually of conical shape | - |
techie | 11 | a technician who is highly proficient and enthusiastic about some technical field (especially computing) | - |
tedium | 9 | the feeling of being bored by something tedious | - |
teeter | 6 | a plaything consisting of a board balanced on a fulcrum; the board is ridden up and down by children at either end | - |
tensor | 6 | a generalization of the concept of a vector | - |
tented | 7 | - | - |
tetchy | 14 | easily irritated or annoyed | - |
tercel | 8 | male hawk especially male peregrine or gyrfalcon | - |
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 | - | - |
teeing | 7 | - | - |
teethe | 9 | grow teeth; cut the baby teeth | - |
teabag | 9 | - | - |
teabox | 15 | - | - |
teades | 7 | - | - |
teagle | 7 | - | - |
teaing | 7 | - | - |
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 | - |
teases | 6 | - | - |
teated | 7 | - | - |
teazed | 16 | - | - |
teazel | 15 | any of several herbs of the genus Dipsacus native to the Old World having flower heads surrounded by spiny bracts | - |
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7 letter words
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telling | 8 | powerfully persuasive | a telling presentation |
teacher | 12 | a person whose occupation is teaching | - |
testing | 8 | the act of giving students or candidates a test (as by questions) to determine what they know or have learned | - |
tension | 7 | the physical condition of being stretched or strained | it places great tension on the leg muscles |
testify | 13 | provide evidence for | - |
teasing | 8 | playfully vexing (especially by ridicule) | - |
teenage | 8 | being of the age 13 through 19 | teenage mothers |
tearing | 8 | marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions; inclined to react violently; fervid | in a tearing rage |
tequila | 16 | Mexican liquor made from fermented juices of an agave plant | - |
terrace | 9 | a level shelf of land interrupting a declivity (with steep slopes above and below) | - |
terrain | 7 | a piece of ground having specific characteristics or military potential | they decided to attack across the rocky terrain |
texture | 14 | the physical composition of something (especially with respect to the size and shape of the small constituents of a substance) | breadfruit has the same texture as bread |
tedious | 8 | so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness | tedious days on the train |
templar | 11 | a knight of a religious military order established in 1118 to protect pilgrims and the Holy Sepulcher | - |
textile | 14 | artifact made by weaving or felting or knitting or crocheting natural or synthetic fibers | - |
tempest | 11 | a violent commotion or disturbance | it was only a tempest in a teapot |
tetanus | 7 | an acute and serious infection of the central nervous system caused by bacterial infection of open wounds; spasms of the jaw and laryngeal muscles may occur during the late stages | - |
terrier | 7 | any of several usually small short-bodied breeds originally trained to hunt animals living underground | - |
tending | 9 | the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something | - |
telecom | 11 | (often plural) systems used in transmitting messages over a distance electronically | - |
teeming | 10 | abundantly filled with especially living things | the Third World's teeming millions |
termite | 9 | whitish soft-bodied ant-like social insect that feeds on wood | - |
terrify | 13 | fill with terror; frighten greatly | - |
teatime | 9 | a light midafternoon meal of tea and sandwiches or cakes | - |
tempura | 11 | vegetables and seafood dipped in batter and deep-fried | - |
tenuous | 7 | lacking substance or significance | a tenuous argument |
tearful | 10 | showing sorrow | - |
telford | 11 | - | - |
tenfold | 11 | containing ten or ten parts | - |
terrine | 7 | a pate or fancy meatloaf baked in an earthenware casserole | - |
tensile | 7 | capable of being shaped or bent or drawn out | made of highly tensile steel alloy |
tenancy | 12 | an act of being a tenant or occupant | - |
tempera | 11 | pigment mixed with water-soluble glutinous materials such as size and egg yolk | - |
technic | 14 | - | - |
temblor | 11 | shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane or from volcanic activity | - |
teargas | 8 | a gas that makes the eyes fill with tears but does not damage them; used in dispersing crowds | - |
tenured | 8 | appointed for life and not subject to dismissal except for a grave crime | a tenured professor |
tertius | 7 | - | - |
tensing | 8 | - | - |
tempter | 11 | a person who tempts others | Satan is the great tempter of mankind |
tendril | 8 | slender stem-like structure by which some twining plants attach themselves to an object for support | - |
tenable | 9 | based on sound reasoning or evidence | - |
tenting | 8 | the act of encamping and living in tents in a camp | - |
textual | 14 | of or relating to or based on a text | textual analysis |
tensely | 10 | in a tense manner | he sat down tensely |
teashop | 12 | a restaurant where tea and light meals are available | - |
teabags | 10 | - | - |
teabowl | 12 | - | - |
teacake | 13 | flat semisweet cookie or biscuit usually served with tea | - |
teacart | 9 | serving cart for serving tea or light refreshments | - |
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8 letter words
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terrible | 10 | causing fear or dread or terror | a terrible curse |
teaching | 14 | the profession of a teacher | he prepared for teaching while still in college |
terrific | 13 | causing extreme terror | - |
terribly | 13 | used as intensifiers | terribly interesting |
teenager | 9 | a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity | - |
terminal | 10 | a contact on an electrical device (such as a battery) at which electric current enters or leaves | - |
telegram | 11 | a message transmitted by telegraph | - |
tempered | 13 | made hard or flexible or resilient especially by heat treatment | a sword of tempered steel |
tempting | 13 | very pleasantly inviting | a tempting repast |
tendency | 14 | a general direction in which something tends to move | the shoreward tendency of the current |
teamwork | 17 | cooperative work done by a team (especially when it is effective) | it will take money, good planning and, above all, teamwork |
temporal | 12 | the semantic role of the noun phrase that designates the time of the state or action denoted by the verb | - |
textbook | 21 | according to or characteristic of a casebook or textbook; typical | a textbook example |
testicle | 10 | one of the two male reproductive glands that produce spermatozoa and secrete androgens | - |
telecast | 10 | broadcast via television | - |
tectonic | 12 | of or pertaining to construction or architecture | - |
teleport | 10 | transport by dematerializing at one point and assembling at another | - |
teammate | 12 | a fellow member of a team | it was his first start against his former teammates |
tenderly | 12 | with tenderness; in a tender manner | tenderly she placed her arms round him |
teahouse | 11 | a restaurant where tea and light meals are available | - |
terminus | 10 | (architecture) a statue or a human bust or an animal carved out of the top of a square pillar; originally used as a boundary marker in ancient Rome | - |
teaspoon | 10 | as much as a teaspoon will hold | - |
tenement | 10 | a run-down apartment house barely meeting minimal standards | - |
telltale | 8 | someone who gossips indiscreetly | - |
template | 12 | a model or standard for making comparisons | - |
tenacity | 13 | persistent determination | - |
teething | 12 | the eruption through the gums of baby teeth | - |
tethered | 12 | confined or restricted with or as if with a rope or chain | - |
tentacle | 10 | any of various elongated tactile or prehensile flexible organs that occur on the head or near the mouth in many animals; used for feeling or grasping or locomotion | - |
tefillin | 11 | (Judaism) either of two small leather cases containing texts from the Hebrew Scriptures (known collectively as tefillin); traditionally worn (on the forehead and the left arm) by Jewish men during morning prayer | - |
teardrop | 11 | a drop of the clear salty saline solution secreted by the lacrimal glands | - |
teenaged | 10 | being of the age 13 through 19 | - |
teriyaki | 15 | beef or chicken or seafood marinated in spicy soy sauce and grilled or broiled | - |
teamster | 10 | someone who drives a truck as an occupation | - |
telepath | 13 | - | - |
temerity | 13 | fearless daring | - |
tertiary | 11 | coming next after the second and just before the fourth in position | - |
textured | 16 | having surface roughness | a textured wall of stucco |
telethon | 11 | - | - |
teletype | 13 | - | - |
technics | 15 | - | - |
teeniest | 8 | - | - |
televise | 11 | broadcast via television | The Royal wedding was televised |
terraced | 11 | - | - |
telefilm | 13 | a movie that is made to be shown on television | - |
tenderer | 9 | - | - |
testable | 10 | - | - |
teakwood | 16 | hard strong durable yellowish-brown wood of teak trees; resistant to insects and to warping; used for furniture and in shipbuilding | - |
teletext | 15 | - | - |
teratoma | 10 | a tumor consisting of a mixture of tissues not normally found at that site | - |
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9 letter words
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telephone | 14 | electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds | I talked to him on the telephone |
terrorist | 9 | a radical who employs terror as a political weapon; usually organizes with other terrorists in small cells; often uses religion as a cover for terrorist activities | - |
territory | 12 | a region marked off for administrative or other purposes | - |
temporary | 16 | a worker (especially in an office) hired on a temporary basis | - |
technique | 23 | skillfulness in the command of fundamentals deriving from practice and familiarity | - |
terrified | 13 | thrown into a state of intense fear or desperation | the terrified horse bolted |
technical | 16 | of or relating to a practical subject that is organized according to scientific principles | technical college |
testimony | 14 | something that serves as evidence | his effort was testimony to his devotion |
terrorism | 11 | the calculated use of violence (or the threat of violence) against civilians in order to attain goals that are political or religious or ideological in nature; this is done through intimidation or coercion or instilling fear | - |
testament | 11 | a legal document declaring a person's wishes regarding the disposal of their property when they die | - |
telescope | 13 | a magnifier of images of distant objects | - |
terminate | 11 | bring to an end or halt | The attack on Poland terminated the relatively peaceful period after WW I |
testified | 13 | - | - |
telegraph | 15 | send cables, wires, or telegrams | - |
tenacious | 11 | sticking together | tenacious burrs |
telepathy | 17 | apparent communication from one mind to another without using sensory perceptions | - |
telemetry | 14 | automatic transmission and measurement of data from remote sources by wire or radio or other means | - |
terrorize | 18 | coerce by violence or with threats | - |
tentative | 12 | unsettled in mind or opinion | drew a few tentative conclusions |
tearfully | 15 | with tears; in a tearful manner | the man confessed tearfully to having beaten his wife |
tectonics | 13 | the science of architecture | - |
temperate | 13 | not extreme | temperate in his response to criticism |
temptress | 13 | a woman who is considered to be dangerously seductive | - |
telephoto | 14 | a photograph made with a telephoto lens | - |
tesseract | 11 | the four-dimensional analogue of a cube | - |
terrarium | 11 | a vivarium in which selected living plants are kept and observed | - |
tenderize | 19 | make tender or more tender as by marinating, pounding, or applying a tenderizer | tenderize meat |
terrorise | 9 | coerce by violence or with threats | - |
telephony | 17 | transmitting speech at a distance | - |
tempering | 14 | hardening something by heat treatment | - |
teachable | 16 | ready and willing to be taught | teachable youngsters |
tenseness | 9 | the physical condition of being stretched or strained | he could feel the tenseness of her body |
teahouses | 12 | - | - |
teakettle | 13 | kettle for boiling water to make tea | - |
teasingly | 13 | in a playfully teasing manner | `You hate things to be out of order, don't you?' she said teasingly |
telluride | 10 | any binary compound of tellurium with other more electropositive elements | - |
tensional | 9 | of or relating to or produced by tension | - |
tentacled | 12 | having tentacles | - |
termagant | 12 | a scolding nagging bad-tempered woman | - |
tetralogy | 13 | a series of four related works (plays or operas or novels) | - |
teaboards | 12 | - | - |
teabreads | 12 | - | - |
teachably | 19 | - | - |
teacherly | 17 | - | - |
teachings | 15 | - | - |
teachless | 14 | - | - |
teacupful | 16 | as much as a teacup will hold | - |
teakwoods | 17 | - | - |
tealights | 13 | - | - |
teamakers | 15 | - | - |
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10 letter words
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television | 13 | broadcasting visual images of stationary or moving objects | - |
technology | 19 | the discipline dealing with the art or science of applying scientific knowledge to practical problems | - |
terrifying | 17 | causing extreme terror | a terrifying wail |
temptation | 14 | the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire | - |
technician | 17 | someone known for high skill in some intellectual or artistic technique | - |
tenderness | 11 | a feeling of concern for the welfare of someone (especially someone defenseless) | - |
terminated | 13 | having come or been brought to a conclusion | the abruptly terminated interview |
testifying | 17 | - | - |
terminator | 12 | someone who exterminates (especially someone whose occupation is the extermination of troublesome rodents and insects) | - |
telephoned | 16 | - | - |
terrorized | 20 | - | - |
terminally | 15 | at the end | terminally ill |
telepathic | 17 | communicating without apparent physical signals | - |
testicular | 12 | of or involving the testes | testicular cancer |
temperance | 16 | the trait of avoiding excesses | - |
telescopic | 16 | capable of discerning distant objects | a telescopic eye |
tenderloin | 11 | the tender meat of the loin muscle on each side of the vertebral column | - |
terrorised | 11 | - | - |
teetotaler | 10 | a total abstainer | - |
telephonic | 17 | of or relating to telephony | telephonic connection |
tenderfoot | 14 | an inexperienced person (especially someone inexperienced in outdoor living) | - |
terracotta | 12 | - | - |
tearjerker | 21 | an excessively sentimental narrative | - |
telecaster | 12 | a television broadcaster | - |
televisual | 13 | - | - |
tendonitis | 11 | inflammation of a tendon | - |
tetherball | 15 | a game with two players who use rackets to strike a ball that is tethered to the top of a pole; the object is to wrap the string around the pole | - |
telegraphy | 19 | apparatus used to communicate at a distance over a wire (usually in Morse code) | - |
temporally | 17 | with regard to temporal order | temporally processed |
tenderizer | 20 | a substance (as the plant enzyme papain) applied to meat to make it tender | - |
tendinitis | 11 | inflammation of a tendon | - |
temptingly | 18 | in a tempting seductive manner | - |
tenderized | 21 | made tender as by marinating or pounding | tenderized meat |
teaberries | 12 | - | - |
teacherage | 16 | - | - |
teacherish | 18 | - | - |
teacupfuls | 17 | - | - |
teacupsful | 17 | - | - |
teakettles | 14 | - | - |
teargassed | 12 | - | - |
teargasses | 11 | - | - |
tearlessly | 13 | - | - |
tearsheets | 13 | - | - |
tearstains | 10 | - | - |
tearstrips | 12 | - | - |
teaselings | 11 | - | - |
teasellers | 10 | - | - |
teaselling | 11 | - | - |
teatasters | 10 | - | - |
teazelling | 20 | - | - |
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Welcome to the world where the letter combination "TE" is the star of the show. There's something truly intriguing about these two letters when they come together to form the opening act of a word. They bring a touch of curiosity to our language, creating words that are not only fun to say but also essential in various contexts. "TE" words can be tantalizingly simple or tantalizingly complex, each offering its own unique flair. From everyday vocabulary to high-scoring Scrabble gems, these words have a certain charm that makes them memorable. So, let's dive into this linguistic adventure and explore why words starting with "TE" are so special!
About words starting with TE
Words beginning with the letters "TE" are more common than you might think, thanks to their versatility and the natural flow they bring to pronunciation. The "T" sound is one of the most common consonants in English, while the "E" provides a smooth transition, making "TE" an excellent combination for both short and long words. This pairing creates a delightful balance, allowing for a wide range of meanings and usages. For instance, the word "terrific" brings to mind something fantastic and awe-inspiring, while "tepid" suggests something lukewarm or lacking enthusiasm—a perfect example of how the TE combination can lead to vastly different interpretations.
The "TE" combination often sets the stage for words that suggest action or transformation. Consider "terminate," which conveys a sense of bringing something to an end, or "teleport," which sparks images of instantaneous travel across space. These words demonstrate how "TE" can initiate words that are dynamic and full of potential. Whether they’re leading to a verb, noun, or adjective, words starting with "TE" are pivotal in shaping our language, often carrying an energy that propels conversation forward with clarity and precision.
Popular word examples
Words starting with "TE" are used frequently in daily conversations and writings. Here are some popular examples that have become staples in the English language:
Telephone
- Definition: A device for transmitting voices over a distance using wire or radio.
- Example in a Sentence: She picked up the telephone to call her mom.
- Fun Fact: The word "telephone" comes from the Greek words "tele," meaning "far," and "phone," meaning "voice."
Telescope
- Definition: An instrument designed to make distant objects appear nearer, containing an arrangement of lenses or mirrors.
- Example in a Sentence: He used a telescope to observe the craters on the moon.
- Fun Fact: Galileo Galilei did not invent the telescope, but he was the first to use it for astronomical purposes.
Terrific
- Definition: Extremely good or excellent.
- Example in a Sentence: The fireworks display was absolutely terrific.
- Fun Fact: Originally, "terrific" meant causing terror, but it has evolved to mean something fantastic or great.
Tender
- Definition: Showing gentleness, kindness, and affection.
- Example in a Sentence: She gave him a tender smile.
- Fun Fact: The word "tender" can also refer to an offer to carry out work or supply goods at a fixed price.
Temperament
- Definition: A person's or animal's nature, especially as it permanently affects their behavior.
- Example in a Sentence: Her calm temperament makes her a great leader.
- Fun Fact: The concept of temperament dates back to ancient Greece, where it was believed to be influenced by bodily fluids called humors.
Temperature
- Definition: The degree or intensity of heat present in a substance or object.
- Example in a Sentence: The temperature dropped significantly overnight.
- Fun Fact: The Celsius scale is named after Swedish astronomer Anders Celsius.
Teaspoon
- Definition: A small spoon used typically for stirring tea or coffee.
- Example in a Sentence: Add a teaspoon of sugar to your tea.
- Fun Fact: In cooking measurements, a teaspoon is equivalent to about 5 milliliters.
Territory
- Definition: An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.
- Example in a Sentence: The nation expanded its territory after the war.
- Fun Fact: Territories can be subject to various forms of governance, from complete autonomy to direct control by another state.
Technique
- Definition: A way of carrying out a particular task, especially the execution or performance of an artistic work or a scientific procedure.
- Example in a Sentence: His technique in playing the piano is remarkable.
- Fun Fact: The word "technique" is derived from the Greek word "techne," meaning art or skill.
Textile
- Definition: A type of cloth or woven fabric.
- Example in a Sentence: The textile industry has a rich history dating back thousands of years.
- Fun Fact: The word "textile" is derived from the Latin word "texere," meaning to weave.
High-scoring scrabble examples
For Scrabble enthusiasts, "TE" words can be a treasure trove of points. Here are some high-scoring examples:
Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
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Textbook | 21 | A book used as a standard work for the study of a particular subject. |
Telephone | 15 | A device for transmitting voices over a distance using wire or radio. |
Tetrarchy | 17 | A government ruled by four individuals. |
Telepathy | 17 | The communication of thoughts or ideas by means other than the known senses. |
Templated | 14 | Created or formatted according to a template. |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
Wordle lovers know the importance of a well-chosen five-letter word. Here are some top picks starting with "TE":
Word | Definition |
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Teach | To impart knowledge or instruct someone on how to do something. |
Tease | To make fun of or attempt to provoke in a playful manner. |
Teeth | Hard, bony structures in the jaws used for biting and chewing. |
Terre | Another term for land (archaic). |
Tenet | A principle or belief, especially one of the main principles of a religion or philosophy. |
Unusual and rare word examples
Diving deeper, we find some lesser-known words starting with "TE" that add a touch of rarity and intrigue to our vocabulary:
Tectonic
- Definition: Relating to the structure of the earth's crust and the large-scale processes affecting it.
- Interesting Fact: The theory of plate tectonics explains how continents drift and earthquakes occur.
- Example in a Sentence: The tectonic movements caused a significant shift in the landscape.
Teleology
- Definition: The explanation of phenomena in terms of the purpose they serve rather than of the cause by which they arise.
- Interesting Fact: Teleology is often discussed in philosophy and theology regarding the purpose of existence.
- Example in a Sentence: The philosopher's lecture focused on teleology and its implications for human life.
Tenebrism
- Definition: A style of painting using very pronounced chiaroscuro, where there are violent contrasts of light and dark.
- Interesting Fact: Caravaggio is one of the most famous artists known for employing tenebrism in his works.
- Example in a Sentence: The artist's use of tenebrism created a dramatic effect in the portrait.
Tetroxide
- Definition: A chemical compound that contains four oxygen atoms in its molecule.
- Interesting Fact: Tetroxides can be quite reactive and are used in various industrial applications.
- Example in a Sentence: Researchers studied the properties of nitrogen tetroxide in the laboratory.
Tetrarch
- Definition: A governor of one of four divisions of a country or province.
- Interesting Fact: The Roman Empire once had a system of tetrarchy, where power was divided among four rulers.
- Example in a Sentence: Each tetrarch ruled their quarter of the empire with relative autonomy.
Final words
Exploring words beginning with "TE" reveals a fascinating array of options, each with its own character and contribution to the English language. From everyday terms to those that tip the scales in a game of Scrabble, these words showcase the richness and diversity that language offers. As you continue to encounter these words in your day-to-day life, remember the unique qualities they bring to our conversations and the stories they help us tell.