Words that Start with N

The Phoenicians, an ancient seafaring civilization, are credited with developing one of the earliest known writing systems, the Phoenician alphabet. The letter “N” likely originated from a hieroglyph representing a snake or serpent.

List of Words that Start with N

Here’s a range of words that start with the letter ‘N’.

Word Length	Words
2 letter words that start with N	No, Ne, Na, Ni
3 letter words that start with N	Nut, Not, Now, Net, Nib, Nod, Nag
4 letter words that start with N	Nose, Null, Name, Nice, Nest, Numb, Neat, Near
5 letter words that start with N	Niche, Noise, Novel, Nudge, Niece, Notify
6 letter words that start with N	Napkin, Notion, Nestle, Noodle, Number, Notice
7 letter words that start with N	Narrate, Nowhere, Nominee, Nurture, Nursery, Neutral, Novelty, Narwhal, Nalanda, Najeras , Nabbing, Naganas
8 letter words that start with N	Nickname, Normalcy, Numerous, Necklace, National, Nauseous, Negative, Narcomas, Narcists, Naproxen, Narrowly, Narrowed, Narrator, Narrates, Nearside
9 letter words that start with N	Navigator, Neighbour, Narrative, Necessary, Negligent, Nostalgic, Nocturnal, Nabobisms, Nailbrush, Nailheads, Nailpaint, Natatoria, Nationals, Naturally, Navigator
10 letter words that start with N	Negligence, Noteworthy, Nourishing, Nonchalant, Neutrality, Naboberies, Nabobships, Naffnesses, Nahcolites, Narrowness, Narrowband, Narcotists

Words That Start with N to Describe Someone

1. Noble – Someone with high moral principles and ideals.
2. Nurturing – Someone who is supportive, caring, and encourages growth.
3. Nifty – Someone who is particularly good or stylish.
4. Nimble – Someone quick and light in movement or action; agile.
5. Naughty – Someone who behaves mischievously or disobediently.

Words That Start with N for Kids

1. Night – The time after the sun goes down.
2. Nest – A structure built by birds to lay their eggs and take care of their young.
3. Nose – The part of the face that smells and breathes.
4. Noodle – A type of food made from dough that is often served with sauce.
5. Nickel – A five-cent coin or a type of metal.

Positive Words That Start with N

1. Nice – Pleasant; agreeable; satisfactory.
2. Nourish – To provide with the food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition.
3. Noteworthy – Worthy of attention; remarkable.
4. Novel – New and not resembling something formerly known or used.
5. Nurture – Care for and encourage the growth or development of.

Easy Words That Start with N

1. Net – A device made of fibers woven in a grid-like structure, used for catching things.
2. Nap – A short sleep, especially during the day.
3. New – Not existing before; made, introduced, or discovered recently or now for the first time.
4. Nod – To move your head up and down as a way of answering “yes” or to show agreement, understanding, or approval.
5. Nut – A hard-shelled fruit of some plants that has a seed, which is edible in some cases.

5 Letter Words That Start with N

1. Nymph – A mythological spirit of nature imagined as a beautiful maiden inhabiting rivers, woods, or other locations.
2. Nudge – To push gently or touch someone or something lightly.
3. Nasty – Very bad or unpleasant.
4. Noble – Having or showing fine personal qualities or high moral principles.
5. Nooks – Small corners or recesses especially in a room.

Cool Words That Start with N

1. Nebula – A giant cloud of dust and gas in space. Some nebulae are the birthplaces of stars.
2. Nexus – A connection or series of connections linking two or more things.
3. Noir – A genre of crime film or fiction characterized by cynicism, fatalism, and moral ambiguity.
4. Nomad – A person who does not stay long in the same place; a wanderer.
5. Nucleus – The central and most important part of an object, movement, or group, forming the basis for its activity and growth.

25 Nouns That Start with N

• Name
• Net
• Nib
• Nest
• Noise
• Nose
• Night
• Novel
• Niche
• Niece
• Nostril
• Nature
• Nylon
• Napkin
• Notion
• Noodle
• Number
• Nickname
• Nursery
• Navigator
• Neighbour
• Neutrality
• Novelty
• Nationality
• Normalcy

25 Verbs That Start with N

• Nap
• Nag
• Nab
• Nod
• Note
• Name
• Need
• Nest
• Nurse
• Nudge
• Narrate
• Notice
• Notate
• Negate
• Nurture
• Notify
• Number
• Neglect
• Nourish
• Nullify
• Nestle
• Navigate
• Negotiate
• Neutralise
• Normalise

25 Describing Words That Start with N

• New
• Neat
• Near
• Nice
• Numb
• Noisy
• Nasal
• Noble
• Needy
• Normal
• Nominal
• Neutral
• Narrow
• Native
• Nervous
• Naughty
• Natural
• Nameless
• Negligent
• Nocturnal
• Nostalgic
• National
• Nauseous
• Necessary
• Nonchalant

25 Words That Start with N for Everyday Communication

• No
• Not
• Nut
• Now
• Null
• None
• Nail
• Needle
• Neither
• Nearby
• Newly
• Nation
• Nobody
• Notable
• Nothing
• Necklace
• Numerous
• Nowhere
• Nominee
• Nutritious
• Naysayer
• Nourishing
• Narrative
• Noteworthy
• Notwithstanding