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3 Letter Words

There are 972 3-letter words in our dictionary, including 855 common everyday words. The most common are listed first below, followed by the full A-to-Z list.

Most common 3-letter words

All 3-letter words (A–Z)

3-letter words by starting letter

Frequently Asked Questions

How many 3 letter words are there?

Our dictionary contains 972 words that are exactly 3 letters long, of which around 855 are common everyday words. You can view them all alphabetically above or filter to common words only.

What are good 3-letter words for word games?

The most common 3-letter words — shown in the first block above — make the safest, highest-frequency plays. For Scrabble and Words With Friends, look for ones using high-value letters; for Wordle-style games, common vowel-rich words make strong guesses.

Can I see 3-letter words starting with a certain letter?

Yes. Use the A-to-Z strip above to jump to 3-letter words beginning with any letter, which is handy when you already know the first letter from a crossword or Wordle clue.