5 Letter Words Starting With SM

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

Best Wordle guesses for SM
SMEARSMELLSMARTSMALLSMITH

In 5-letter words starting with SM, the most common letters in position 3 are: A, I, E, O.

WordTypeDefinition
SMACKverbto strike with a sharp flat blow
SMALLadjectivelittle in size or amount
SMARTadjectiveintelligent, stylish, or quick-thinking
SMASHverbto break violently into pieces
SMEARverbto spread messily over a surface
SMELLnounthe quality of something as perceived by the nose
SMILEverbto form a happy or amused expression with the face
SMIRKverbto smile in a self-satisfied or mocking way
SMITHnouna person who works metal by hand or with tools
SMOKEnounthe visible vapor and particles from burning material
Verbs
SMACKSMASHSMEARSMILESMIRK
Adjectives
SMALLSMART
Nouns
SMELLSMITHSMOKE

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Frequently asked questions

How many 5-letter words start with SM?

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

What are the best SM words for Wordle?

With SM confirmed in positions 1–2, try SMEAR, SMELL, SMART — they cover common letters in positions 3–5.

Can I filter by word type?

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