Words Starting With Y
Welcome to a world full of vibrant and quirky words, all beginning with the letter Y! From "yodeling" to "yachts," get ready to explore a unique collection that will tickle your curiosity and enrich your vocabulary. Dive in and let the adventure begin with the youthful letter Y!
2 letter words
| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| ya | 5 | - | - |
| ye | 5 | The plural of the pronoun of the second person in the nominative case. | - |
| yo | 5 | - | - |
| yu | 5 | - | - |
3 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| you | 6 | The pronoun of the second person, in the nominative, dative, and objective case, indicating the person or persons addressed. | - |
| yes | 6 | an affirmative | I was hoping for a yes |
| yet | 6 | used after a superlative | the largest drug bust yet |
| yep | 8 | - | - |
| yen | 6 | have a desire for something or someone who is not present | - |
| yup | 8 | - | - |
| yea | 6 | not only so, but | I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice |
| yay | 9 | a branch of the Tai languages | - |
| yah | 9 | - | - |
| yin | 6 | the dark negative feminine principle in Chinese dualistic cosmology | the interaction of yin and yang maintains the harmony of the universe |
| yam | 8 | any of a number of tropical vines of the genus Dioscorea many having edible tuberous roots | - |
| yip | 8 | a sharp high-pitched cry (especially by a dog) | - |
| yod | 7 | - | - |
| yuk | 10 | - | - |
| yap | 8 | informal terms for the mouth | - |
| yon | 6 | distant but within sight (`yon' is dialectal) | yonder valley |
| yak | 10 | noisy talk | - |
| yew | 9 | any of numerous evergreen trees or shrubs having red cup-shaped berries and flattened needlelike leaves | - |
| yid | 7 | (ethnic slur) offensive term for a Jew | - |
| yar | 6 | - | - |
| yaw | 9 | an erratic deflection from an intended course | - |
| yob | 8 | a cruel and brutal fellow | - |
| yad | 7 | - | - |
| yae | 6 | - | - |
| yag | 7 | - | - |
| yas | 6 | - | - |
| yeh | 9 | - | - |
| yer | 6 | - | - |
| yex | 13 | - | - |
| yez | 15 | - | - |
| ygo | 7 | - | - |
| yok | 10 | - | - |
| yom | 8 | - | - |
| yos | 6 | - | - |
| yow | 9 | - | - |
| yug | 7 | - | - |
| yum | 8 | - | - |
| yus | 6 | - | - |
4 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| your | 7 | - | - |
| yeah | 10 | not only so, but | - |
| year | 7 | a body of students who graduate together | she was in my year at Hoehandle High |
| york | 11 | the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose | - |
| yard | 8 | a unit of volume (as for sand or gravel) | - |
| yell | 7 | utter a sudden loud cry | I yelled to her from the window but she couldn't hear me |
| yang | 8 | the bright positive masculine principle in Chinese dualistic cosmology | yin and yang together produce everything that comes into existence |
| yoga | 8 | a system of physical, breathing and meditation exercises practiced to promote control of the body and mind | - |
| yuan | 7 | the imperial dynasty of China from 1279 to 1368 | - |
| yale | 7 | a university in Connecticut | - |
| yank | 11 | pull, or move with a sudden movement | - |
| yous | 7 | - | - |
| yarn | 7 | a fine cord of twisted fibers (of cotton or silk or wool or nylon etc.) used in sewing and weaving | - |
| yeti | 7 | a large hairy humanoid creature said to live in the Himalayas | - |
| yogi | 8 | United States baseball player (born 1925) | - |
| yawn | 10 | an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom | he could not suppress a yawn |
| yolk | 11 | nutritive material of an ovum stored for the nutrition of an embryo (especially the yellow mass of a bird or reptile egg) | - |
| yoke | 11 | link with or as with a yoke | yoke the oxen together |
| yoni | 7 | - | - |
| yelp | 9 | a sharp high-pitched cry (especially by a dog) | - |
| yore | 7 | time long past | - |
| yule | 7 | period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6 | - |
| yeuk | 11 | - | - |
| yurt | 7 | a circular domed dwelling that is portable and self-supporting; originally used by nomadic Mongol and Turkic people of central Asia but now used as inexpensive alternative or temporary housing | - |
| yips | 9 | nervous tension that causes an athlete to fail (especially causes golfers to miss short putts) | to avoid the yips he changed his style of putting |
| yagi | 8 | a sharply directional antenna | - |
| yean | 7 | - | - |
| yegg | 9 | - | - |
| yond | 8 | - | - |
| yack | 13 | noisy talk | - |
| yipe | 9 | - | - |
| yaar | 7 | - | - |
| yaba | 9 | - | - |
| yads | 8 | - | - |
| yaff | 13 | - | - |
| yage | 8 | - | - |
| yags | 8 | - | - |
| yahs | 10 | - | - |
| yaks | 11 | - | - |
| yald | 8 | - | - |
| yams | 9 | - | - |
| yapp | 11 | - | - |
| yaps | 9 | - | - |
| yare | 7 | - | - |
| yark | 11 | - | - |
| yarr | 7 | - | - |
| yate | 7 | - | - |
| yaud | 8 | - | - |
| yaup | 9 | emit long loud cries | - |
| yawl | 10 | a sailing vessel with two masts; a small mizzen is aft of the rudderpost | - |
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5 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| years | 8 | a prolonged period of time | I haven't been there for years and years |
| young | 9 | (of crops) harvested at an early stage of development; before complete maturity | young corn |
| yours | 8 | - | - |
| youth | 11 | an early period of development | during the youth of the project |
| yummy | 15 | extremely pleasing to the sense of taste | - |
| yacht | 13 | an expensive vessel propelled by sail or power and used for cruising or racing | - |
| yield | 9 | the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property | - |
| youse | 8 | - | - |
| yahoo | 11 | a person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture | - |
| yearn | 8 | have a desire for something or someone who is not present | - |
| yeast | 8 | a commercial leavening agent containing yeast cells; used to raise the dough in making bread and for fermenting beer or whiskey | - |
| yucky | 17 | highly offensive; arousing aversion or disgust | - |
| yobbo | 12 | a cruel and brutal fellow | - |
| yodel | 9 | sing by changing register; sing by yodeling | The Austrians were yodeling in the mountains |
| yokel | 12 | a person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture | - |
| yerba | 10 | - | - |
| yucca | 12 | any of several evergreen plants of the genus Yucca having usually tall stout stems and a terminal cluster of white flowers; warmer regions of North America | - |
| yenta | 8 | (Yiddish) a vulgar shrew; a shallow coarse termagant | - |
| yaars | 8 | - | - |
| yabas | 10 | - | - |
| yabba | 12 | - | - |
| yabby | 15 | - | - |
| yacca | 12 | West Indian evergreen with medium to long leaves | - |
| yacka | 14 | - | - |
| yacks | 14 | - | - |
| yaffs | 14 | - | - |
| yager | 9 | - | - |
| yages | 9 | - | - |
| yagis | 9 | - | - |
| yaird | 9 | - | - |
| yakka | 16 | - | - |
| yakow | 15 | - | - |
| yales | 8 | - | - |
| yamen | 10 | - | - |
| yampy | 15 | - | - |
| yamun | 10 | - | - |
| yangs | 9 | - | - |
| yanks | 12 | - | - |
| yapok | 14 | - | - |
| yapon | 10 | - | - |
| yapps | 12 | - | - |
| yappy | 15 | - | - |
| yarak | 12 | - | - |
| yarco | 10 | - | - |
| yards | 9 | - | - |
| yarer | 8 | - | - |
| yarfa | 11 | - | - |
| yarks | 12 | - | - |
| yarns | 8 | - | - |
| yarrs | 8 | - | - |
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6 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| yellow | 12 | of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk | - |
| yakuza | 22 | a Japanese gangster | - |
| yelled | 10 | in a vehement outcry | - |
| yankee | 13 | an American who lives in the North (especially during the American Civil War) | - |
| yogurt | 10 | a custard-like food made from curdled milk | - |
| yonder | 10 | distant but within sight (`yon' is dialectal) | yonder valley |
| youths | 12 | - | - |
| yippee | 13 | - | - |
| yorker | 13 | - | - |
| yearly | 12 | a reference book that is published regularly once every year | - |
| yuppie | 13 | a young upwardly mobile professional individual; a well-paid middle-class professional who works in a city and has a luxurious life style | - |
| yippie | 13 | - | - |
| yeoman | 11 | officer in the (ceremonial) bodyguard of the British monarch | - |
| yeller | 9 | someone who communicates vocally in a very loud voice | - |
| yester | 9 | - | - |
| yarrow | 12 | ubiquitous strong-scented mat-forming Eurasian herb of wasteland, hedgerow or pasture having narrow serrate leaves and small usually white florets; widely naturalized in North America | - |
| yammer | 13 | cry loudly, as of animals | - |
| yapper | 13 | - | - |
| yeasty | 12 | of or resembling or containing yeast | - |
| yabbas | 13 | - | - |
| yabber | 13 | - | - |
| yabbie | 13 | - | - |
| yaccas | 13 | - | - |
| yachts | 14 | - | - |
| yackas | 15 | - | - |
| yacked | 16 | - | - |
| yacker | 15 | - | - |
| yaffed | 16 | - | - |
| yaffle | 15 | - | - |
| yagers | 10 | - | - |
| yagger | 11 | - | - |
| yahoos | 12 | - | - |
| yairds | 10 | - | - |
| yakkas | 17 | - | - |
| yakked | 18 | - | - |
| yakker | 17 | - | - |
| yakows | 16 | - | - |
| yamens | 11 | - | - |
| yamuns | 11 | - | - |
| yanked | 14 | - | - |
| yanker | 13 | someone who gives a strong sudden pull | - |
| yankie | 13 | - | - |
| yanqui | 18 | - | - |
| yantra | 9 | - | - |
| yaourt | 9 | - | - |
| yapock | 17 | - | - |
| yapoks | 15 | - | - |
| yapons | 11 | - | - |
| yapped | 14 | - | - |
| yappie | 13 | - | - |
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7 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| younger | 11 | used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father | - |
| yelling | 11 | uttering a loud inarticulate cry as of pain or excitement | - |
| yapping | 15 | - | - |
| yoghurt | 14 | a custard-like food made from curdled milk | - |
| yawning | 14 | showing lack of attention or boredom | the yawning congregation |
| yelping | 13 | a sharp high-pitched cry (especially by a dog) | - |
| yakking | 19 | - | - |
| yellows | 13 | - | - |
| yipping | 15 | - | - |
| yeshiva | 16 | an academy for the advanced study of Jewish texts (primarily the Talmud) | - |
| yonkers | 14 | - | - |
| yardarm | 13 | either end of the yard of a square-rigged ship | - |
| yardage | 12 | distance measured in the aggregate number of yards | what is the yardage of this golf course? |
| yabbers | 14 | - | - |
| yabbied | 15 | - | - |
| yabbies | 14 | - | - |
| yachted | 16 | - | - |
| yachter | 15 | - | - |
| yachtie | 15 | - | - |
| yackers | 16 | - | - |
| yacking | 17 | - | - |
| yaffing | 17 | - | - |
| yaffles | 16 | - | - |
| yaggers | 12 | - | - |
| yakhdan | 18 | - | - |
| yakkers | 18 | - | - |
| yamalka | 16 | - | - |
| yammers | 14 | - | - |
| yampies | 14 | - | - |
| yamulka | 16 | - | - |
| yankees | 14 | - | - |
| yankers | 14 | - | - |
| yankies | 14 | - | - |
| yanking | 15 | - | - |
| yanquis | 19 | - | - |
| yantras | 10 | - | - |
| yaourts | 10 | - | - |
| yapocks | 18 | - | - |
| yappers | 14 | - | - |
| yappier | 14 | - | - |
| yappies | 14 | - | - |
| yapster | 12 | - | - |
| yaqonas | 19 | - | - |
| yardang | 12 | - | - |
| yarders | 11 | - | - |
| yarding | 12 | - | - |
| yardman | 13 | a laborer hired to do outdoor work (such as mowing lawns) | - |
| yardmen | 13 | - | - |
| yarking | 15 | - | - |
| yarners | 10 | - | - |
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8 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| yourself | 14 | An emphasized or reflexive form of the pronoun of the second person; -- used as a subject commonly with you; also, alone in the predicate, either in the nominative or objective case. | you yourself shall see it |
| youngest | 12 | - | - |
| yearning | 12 | prolonged unfulfilled desire or need | - |
| yearbook | 17 | a reference book that is published regularly once every year | - |
| youthful | 17 | suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh | - |
| yodeling | 13 | singing by changing back and forth between the chest voice and a falsetto | - |
| yielding | 13 | the act of conceding or yielding | - |
| yarmulke | 17 | a skullcap worn by religious Jews (especially at prayer) | - |
| yuletide | 12 | period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6 | - |
| yachting | 17 | water travel for pleasure | - |
| yellowed | 15 | changed to a yellowish color by age | yellowed parchment |
| youngish | 15 | somewhat young | - |
| yardbird | 15 | a military recruit who is assigned menial tasks | - |
| yearling | 12 | a young child | - |
| yearlong | 12 | lasting through a year | attending yearlong courses |
| yabbered | 16 | - | - |
| yabbying | 19 | - | - |
| yachters | 16 | - | - |
| yachties | 16 | - | - |
| yachtman | 18 | - | - |
| yachtmen | 18 | - | - |
| yahooism | 16 | - | - |
| yahrzeit | 23 | - | - |
| yakhdans | 19 | - | - |
| yakimono | 17 | - | - |
| yakitori | 15 | - | - |
| yamalkas | 17 | - | - |
| yammered | 16 | - | - |
| yammerer | 15 | - | - |
| yamulkas | 17 | - | - |
| yappiest | 15 | - | - |
| yappings | 16 | - | - |
| yapsters | 13 | - | - |
| yardages | 13 | - | - |
| yardangs | 13 | - | - |
| yardarms | 14 | - | - |
| yardings | 13 | - | - |
| yardland | 13 | - | - |
| yardwand | 16 | - | - |
| yardwork | 19 | - | - |
| yarmelke | 17 | a skullcap worn by religious Jews (especially at prayer) | - |
| yarmulka | 17 | a skullcap worn by religious Jews (especially at prayer) | - |
| yarraman | 13 | - | - |
| yarramen | 13 | - | - |
| yashmacs | 18 | - | - |
| yashmaks | 20 | - | - |
| yatagans | 12 | - | - |
| yataghan | 15 | a long Turkish knife with a curved blade having a single edge | - |
| yattered | 12 | - | - |
| yawmeter | 16 | - | - |
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9 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| yesterday | 16 | the day immediately before today | it was in yesterday's newspapers |
| youngster | 13 | a young person of either sex | `tiddler' is a British term for youngster |
| yellowish | 18 | of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk | - |
| yardstick | 19 | a ruler or tape that is three feet long | - |
| yellowfin | 18 | may reach 400 pounds; worldwide in tropics | - |
| yodelling | 14 | - | - |
| yabbering | 17 | - | - |
| yachtings | 18 | - | - |
| yachtsman | 19 | a person who owns or sails a yacht | - |
| yachtsmen | 19 | - | - |
| yahooisms | 17 | - | - |
| yahrzeits | 24 | - | - |
| yakimonos | 18 | - | - |
| yakitoris | 16 | - | - |
| yammerers | 16 | - | - |
| yammering | 17 | - | - |
| yappingly | 20 | - | - |
| yardbirds | 16 | - | - |
| yardlands | 14 | - | - |
| yardlight | 17 | - | - |
| yardwands | 17 | - | - |
| yardworks | 20 | - | - |
| yarmelkes | 18 | - | - |
| yarmulkas | 18 | - | - |
| yarmulkes | 18 | - | - |
| yarramans | 14 | - | - |
| yataghans | 16 | - | - |
| yattering | 13 | - | - |
| yawmeters | 17 | - | - |
| yawningly | 19 | - | - |
| ycleeping | 17 | - | - |
| yeanlings | 13 | - | - |
| yearbooks | 18 | - | - |
| yearlings | 13 | - | - |
| yearnings | 13 | - | - |
| yeasayers | 15 | - | - |
| yeastiest | 12 | - | - |
| yeastless | 12 | - | - |
| yeastlike | 16 | of or resembling or containing yeast | - |
| yeldrings | 14 | - | - |
| yeldrocks | 19 | - | - |
| yelloched | 18 | - | - |
| yellowest | 15 | - | - |
| yellowier | 15 | - | - |
| yellowing | 16 | - | - |
| yersiniae | 12 | - | - |
| yersinias | 12 | - | - |
| yeshivahs | 21 | - | - |
| yeshivoth | 21 | - | - |
| yestereve | 15 | - | - |
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10 letter words
View all| Word | Points | Definition | Sentence example |
|---|---|---|---|
| yellowtail | 16 | superior food fish of the tropical Atlantic and Caribbean with broad yellow stripe along the sides and on the tail | - |
| yesteryear | 16 | the time that has elapsed | - |
| yaffingale | 20 | - | - |
| yammerings | 18 | - | - |
| yarborough | 19 | - | - |
| yardlights | 18 | - | - |
| yardmaster | 16 | a railroad employer who is in charge of a railway yard | - |
| yardsticks | 20 | - | - |
| yatterings | 14 | - | - |
| yearningly | 17 | in a yearning manner | - |
| yeastiness | 13 | - | - |
| yelloching | 19 | - | - |
| yellowback | 24 | - | - |
| yellowbark | 22 | - | - |
| yellowbird | 19 | yellow-throated American wood warbler | - |
| yellowcake | 22 | an impure mixture of uranium oxides obtained during the processing of uranium ore | - |
| yellowfins | 19 | - | - |
| yellowhead | 20 | - | - |
| yellowiest | 16 | - | - |
| yellowlegs | 17 | either of two North American shorebird with yellow legs | - |
| yellowness | 16 | yellow color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of sunflowers or ripe lemons | - |
| yellowware | 19 | - | - |
| yellowweed | 20 | - | - |
| yellowwood | 20 | any of various trees having yellowish wood or yielding a yellow extract | - |
| yellowwort | 19 | - | - |
| yeomanries | 15 | - | - |
| yesterdays | 17 | - | - |
| yestereven | 16 | - | - |
| yestereves | 16 | - | - |
| yestermorn | 15 | - | - |
| yieldingly | 18 | in an obedient manner | - |
| yodellings | 15 | - | - |
| yohimbines | 20 | - | - |
| yokefellow | 23 | - | - |
| yottabytes | 18 | - | - |
| youngberry | 19 | - | - |
| youngblood | 17 | - | - |
| younglings | 15 | - | - |
| youngsters | 14 | - | - |
| yourselves | 16 | - | - |
| youthening | 17 | - | - |
| youthfully | 22 | in a youthful manner | he is still youthfully enthusiastic |
| youthheads | 20 | - | - |
| youthhoods | 20 | - | - |
| youthquake | 29 | - | - |
| ypsiliform | 20 | - | - |
| ythundered | 18 | - | - |
| ytterbites | 15 | - | - |
| ytterbiums | 17 | - | - |
| yumberries | 17 | - | - |
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Have you ever stopped to consider the quirky charisma of words starting with Y? These words come with a unique flair, setting the tone for sentences with their uncommon beginnings. The letter Y itself is a linguistic chameleon, acting as both a vowel and a consonant, influencing pronunciation and meaning in ways that are nothing short of magical. Let’s dive into the captivating world of these Y-words, exploring their frequencies, pronunciations, and delightful examples along the way.
About words starting with Y
The letter Y is a bit of an enigma in the English language. It’s not as frequently used as some other letters, but when it does appear, it often plays a pivotal role. As a consonant, it kicks off words like "yellow" and "yes," providing a soft yet distinct sound. When Y acts as a vowel, as in "gym" or "myth," it brings an ethereal quality to the word. This duality makes Y a fascinating character in the alphabet soup, capable of influencing word formation and pronunciation in versatile ways.
Positioned at the beginning of a word, Y adds a certain zest that can make the word stand out. Take "yoga," for instance, which carries with it not just a sense of physical exercise but also a spiritual and mental calmness. Or consider "yacht," a word that immediately conjures images of luxury and the open sea. Words starting with Y are often imbued with rich meanings and cultural significance, making them not just useful but also a lot of fun to explore.
Popular word examples
Let’s look at some popular examples that highlight the charm and utility of words starting with Y.
Yellow
- Definition: A color between green and orange in the spectrum, resembling that of ripe lemons or egg yolks.
- Example in a Sentence: The bright yellow sunflowers swayed gently in the breeze.
- Fun Fact: The word "yellow" has been used to describe cowardice since at least the 19th century.
Yes
- Definition: An affirmative answer or decision.
- Example in a Sentence: When asked if she wanted ice cream, she answered with a resounding "yes!"
- Fun Fact: The word "yes" has roots in Old English, derived from “gēse,” meaning "may it be so."
Yoga
- Definition: A Hindu spiritual and ascetic discipline, including breath control, meditation, and specific bodily postures.
- Example in a Sentence: She practices yoga every morning to start her day with tranquility.
- Fun Fact: The term "yoga" comes from the Sanskrit word "yuj," meaning "to yoke" or "to unite."
Yo-yo
- Definition: A toy consisting of a pair of joined discs with a string wound around the axle.
- Example in a Sentence: He performed impressive tricks with his yo-yo at the talent show.
- Fun Fact: The yo-yo is believed to have originated in ancient Greece over 2,500 years ago.
Year
- Definition: The time taken by the Earth to make one revolution around the sun, approximately 365 days.
- Example in a Sentence: This year has brought many unexpected changes.
- Fun Fact: The concept of a year varies in different cultures; for example, the Islamic calendar is based on lunar cycles.
Yarn
- Definition: A continuous strand of twisted fibers used in knitting or weaving.
- Example in a Sentence: She bought colorful yarn to knit a scarf for winter.
- Fun Fact: The phrase "spinning a yarn" means telling a long, elaborate story.
Youth
- Definition: The period between childhood and adult age.
- Example in a Sentence: His youth was filled with adventure and learning.
- Fun Fact: The Fountain of Youth is a mythical spring that supposedly restores the youth of anyone who drinks or bathes in its waters.
Yummy
- Definition: Delicious; tasty.
- Example in a Sentence: The homemade cookies were absolutely yummy.
- Fun Fact: "Yummy" originated in the late 19th century and is believed to be derived from the word "yum," an exclamation of pleasure.
Yawn
- Definition: Involuntarily opening one's mouth wide and inhaling deeply due to tiredness or boredom.
- Example in a Sentence: He tried to stifle a yawn during the long meeting.
- Fun Fact: Yawning is contagious; seeing someone yawn can trigger an automatic yawning response.
Yacht
- Definition: A medium-sized sailboat equipped for cruising or racing.
- Example in a Sentence: They spent the weekend sailing their yacht along the coast.
- Fun Fact: The word "yacht" comes from the Dutch word "jacht," meaning "hunt."
High-scoring scrabble examples
For those who love a good game of Scrabble, words starting with Y can be real game-changers. Here are some high-scoring examples to keep in your back pocket:
| Word | Scrabble Points | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Yex | 13 | To hiccup or belch |
| Yowie | 11 | An Australian folklore creature similar to Bigfoot |
| Yucas | 10 | Plural of "yuca," a type of plant also known as cassava |
| Yurts | 8 | Circular tents traditionally used by nomads in Central Asia |
| Yobbo | 12 | British slang for a loutish or uncouth young man |
Popular 5-letter words for Wordle
If you're a Wordle enthusiast, these five-letter words starting with Y can help you clinch victory:
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| Yield | To produce or provide |
| Young | Having lived or existed for only a short time |
| Yummy | Delicious |
| Yearn | To have an intense feeling of longing |
| Yells | Shouts loudly |
| Yokes | Attaches with a yoke |
| Yawns | Opens mouth wide and inhales deeply |
Unusual and rare word examples
Let’s delve into some of the more unusual and rare words that begin with Y, each with its own unique charm.
Yaffle
- Definition: To eat or drink noisily and greedily.
- Interesting Fact: The word "yaffle" is also used in British dialect to refer to a woodpecker.
- Example in a Sentence: He began to yaffle down his breakfast, much to the annoyance of his siblings.
Ylem
- Definition: The primordial substance from which the elements were formed.
- Interesting Fact: "Ylem" is a term from cosmology and was used by George Gamow in the context of the Big Bang theory.
- Example in a Sentence: Scientists debated the properties of the ylem in early universe models.
Yurt
- Definition: A portable, circular tent traditionally used by nomads in Central Asia.
- Interesting Fact: Yurts are designed to be easily dismantled and carried to new locations, suiting the nomadic lifestyle.
- Example in a Sentence: The family lived in a yurt during their travels across Mongolia.
Yashmak
- Definition: A veil worn by Muslim women to cover part or all of the face.
- Interesting Fact: The yashmak became commonly known in the Western world during the Ottoman Empire.
- Example in a Sentence: She adjusted her yashmak before stepping outside.
Ytterbium
- Definition: A chemical element with the symbol Yb and atomic number 70.
- Interesting Fact: Ytterbium is named after the village of Ytterby in Sweden, where it was discovered.
- Example in a Sentence: Ytterbium is used in various applications, including improving the strength of stainless steel.
Final words
Words starting with Y are more than just a linguistic quirk; they bring a unique blend of sounds, meanings, and cultural references to our everyday language. Whether you're a Scrabble aficionado, a Wordle enthusiast, or just a lover of words, there's something intrinsically fascinating about the way Y-words shape our communication. So next time you encounter a word beginning with Y, take a moment to appreciate its special place in the lexicon.
