Best word game guesses starting with D
If you know the answer is a six-letter word starting with D, these are the strongest guesses on this list. Each uses different letters picked from the ones that turn up most often in six-letter puzzle answers, so a single guess tests as many likely letters as possible. After you play one, enter the green, yellow and grey tiles in the solver above to cut the list down.
About the letter D
D is a frequent final letter because of -ED endings, although Wordle rarely uses past-tense forms as answers.
In Scrabble, D is worth 2 points, and a standard set has 4 D tiles. For comparison, 1,808 six-letter words end in D.
Common and uncommon words
215 of the 806 words (27%) are common English words. 591 are rarer entries such as DEADEN, DIMPLY and DROUKS. Rare words are still valid in Scrabble-style games, but puzzle answers are almost always familiar words, so the highlighted words are the ones to try first.
Frequently asked questions
How many 6 letter words start with D?
Our list has 806 six-letter words starting with D. 215 of them are common words and 160 are the kind of words used as puzzle answers. The list is based on the public-domain ENABLE word list, last updated September 26, 2026.
What is a good word game word starting with D?
DERAIL is the strongest guess on this page because its letters are the ones most often found in six-letter puzzle answers. DONATE and DUSTER are good alternatives.
Which 6 letter word that starts with D scores the most in Scrabble?
DAZZLE scores 25 points at face value, the highest on this list.
What are some common 6 letter words starting with D?
Common examples include DERAIL, DINERO, DETAIN, DANCER, DENIAL and DIAPER. They are highlighted in the list above.