Best word game guesses starting with L
If you know the answer is a six-letter word starting with L, 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 L
L is a flexible consonant: it appears in blends (BL-, CL-, FL-, PL-, SL-) and often doubles at the end of a word.
In Scrabble, L is worth 1 point, and a standard set has 4 L tiles. For comparison, 566 six-letter words end in L.
Common and uncommon words
151 of the 638 words (24%) are common English words. 487 are rarer entries such as LAPINS, LIGNIN and LUBRIC. 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 L?
Our list has 638 six-letter words starting with L. 151 of them are common words and 101 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 L?
LINEAR is the strongest guess on this page because its letters are the ones most often found in six-letter puzzle answers. LOCATE and LOUDER are good alternatives.
Which 6 letter word that starts with L scores the most in Scrabble?
LEZZES scores 24 points at face value, the highest on this list. Among everyday words, LARYNX is the best at 16 points.
What are some common 6 letter words starting with L?
Common examples include LINEAR, LEARNT, LISTER, LANCER, LANDER and LOADER. They are highlighted in the list above.