5 Letter Words Starting With EM

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Best Wordle guesses for EM
EMOTEEMCEEEMENDEMMETEMIRS

In 5-letter words starting with EM, the most common letters in position 3 are: B, P, O, E, C.

WordTypeDefinition
EMBARverbto hinder or obstruct; to block or impede progress
EMBERnouna small piece of burning coal or wood in a dying fire
EMBUSverbto board a military vehicle for transport
EMCEEnouna master of ceremonies who hosts an event or show
EMENDverbto correct and revise a written text
EMIRSnounrulers or commanders in Muslim countries
EMMETnounan ant; a dialect term used in south-west England
EMOTEverbto display emotions in an exaggerated theatrical way
EMPTYadjectivecontaining nothing; not filled or occupied
EMYDEnouna freshwater turtle, especially of the family Emydidae
Adjectives
EMPTY
Nouns
EMBEREMCEEEMIRSEMMETEMYDE
Verbs
EMBAREMBUSEMENDEMOTE

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Frequently asked questions

How many 5-letter words start with EM?

This list has 10 five-letter words starting with EM. Wordle's answer pool is smaller — it uses only common everyday words.

What are the best EM words for Wordle?

With EM confirmed in positions 1–2, try EMOTE, EMCEE, EMEND — they cover common letters in positions 3–5.

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Yes — use the filter buttons above the table to show only nouns, verbs, or adjectives. Every word has a definition.