5 Letter Words Starting With CRU

14 words — filter by type, see definitions, find your best Wordle guess.

Best Wordle guesses for CRU
CRUETCRUNTCRUSECRUSTCRUTH

In 5-letter words starting with CRU, the most common letters in position 3 are: U.

WordTypeDefinition
CRUCEnoundefinition unavailable
CRUCKnouna curved timber forming the main structural support in a traditional building
CRUDEadjectivein a natural or unrefined state; unpolished in behaviour
CRUELadjectiveable or disposed to inflict pain or suffering
CRUETnouna small container for salt, pepper, or condiments at a table
CRUMBnouna small fragment of bread or other food; to coat food in breadcrumbs
CRUMPnouna dull thudding sound like a muffled explosion; to make such a sound
CRUNKnounTo cry like a crane.
CRUNTnoundefinition unavailable
CRUORnoungore; clotted blood (medical and Latin term)
CRUSEnouna small earthenware pot or jar (archaic)
CRUSHverbto press with force so as to break or damage; a strong liking
CRUSTnounthe tough outer part of bread; the outer layer of the Earth
CRUTHnounAlternative spelling of crwth.
Nouns
CRUCECRUCKCRUETCRUMBCRUMPCRUNKCRUNTCRUORCRUSECRUSTCRUTH
Adjectives
CRUDECRUEL
Verbs
CRUSH

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Frequently asked questions

How many 5-letter words start with CRU?

This list has 14 five-letter words starting with CRU. Wordle's answer pool is smaller — it uses only common everyday words.

What are the best CRU words for Wordle?

With CRU confirmed in positions 1–2, try CRUET, CRUNT, CRUSE — they cover common letters in positions 3–5.

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