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Words that Start with A for Kids - List of Essential Vocabulary Words

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Scott Sosso

A Comprehensive List of All the Words Starting with A to Help Kids Boost Their Vocabulary and Reading

Our age-specific word lists are derived from a study on the learning age of over 30,000 English words, ensuring educational relevance. We vet words for kid-friendliness using advanced tools and prioritize vocabulary based on usage frequency, informed by extensive research, to benefit children's learning.

Explore an extensive collection of positive words that start with A in this article designed to enhance the learning experience for kids from kindergarten to high school. LUCA has carefully curated this list with parents and teachers in mind, providing a valuable resource for those seeking additional practice with sounds and letters. From most common words and fun words for beginners to more advanced vocabulary for older students, this thematic selection ensures a well-rounded linguistic education. Get ready for an A-mazing journey of words and fun!

Words that Start with

A

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acorn
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airplane
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anchor
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ant
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apple
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astronaut

List of Words that Start with A for Pre-K 3 (3-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

a

air

arm

ask

arms

aunt

animal

airplane

Short and Easy Words that Start with A

a

air

arm

ask

arms

aunt

6-letter Words that Start with A

animal

Long Words that Start with A

airplane

Nouns that Start with A

aunt

Verbs that Start with A

ask

Sentences for 3-Year-Olds

Teach your kid the words that start with A in context! We have put together example sentences that are using some of the important words. Discover below.

I saw a big airplane in the sky.

Aunt Emma gave me a red apple.

The animal at the farm went "moo".

Can you ask Daddy to read us a story?

We breathe in air with our noses.

I can wave my arms like a bird.

My arm can reach the toys on the table.

List of Words that Start with A for Pre-K 4 (4-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

at

age

all

and

ant

above

adult

alone

angel

angry

ankle

apple

argue

awake

afraid

asleep

auntie

alphabet

afternoon

Short and Easy Words that Start with A

at

age

all

and

ant

5-letter Words that Start with A

above

adult

alone

angel

angry

ankle

apple

argue

awake

6-letter Words that Start with A

afraid

asleep

auntie

Long Words that Start with A

alphabet

afternoon

Descriptive Words that Start with A

angry

afraid

asleep

Nouns that Start with A

all

ant

angel

alphabet

Sentences for 4-Year-Olds

Teach your kid the words that start with A in context! We've crafted example sentences that incorporate some of the essential words. Check them out below.

My auntie gives me the biggest hugs when she visits.

I found an ant crawling on my ankle this afternoon!

At the park, I saw an angry dog, but I wasn't afraid.

When I'm alone, I like to look at my alphabet book.

I love crunching on a juicy apple for a snack.

Before I go to bed and fall asleep, I brush my teeth.

After I wake up, I enjoy watching the birds in the sky above.

When is it my age to become an adult?

I like pretending to be an angel with cardboard wings.

Sometimes, when I'm awake late, I listen to the adults talk.

List of Words that Start with A for Pre-K (5-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

add

ape

ache

amen

arts

away

about

again

ahead

aisle

alive

allow

along

attic

almost

anchor

answer

anyone

around

august

Short and Easy Words that Start with A

add

ape

ache

amen

arts

away

5-letter Words that Start with A

about

again

ahead

aisle

alive

allow

along

attic

6-letter Words that Start with A

almost

anchor

answer

anyone

around

august

7-letter Words that Start with A

address

another

anybody

apology

Long Words that Start with A

accident

addition

adventure

apologize

Descriptive Words that Start with A

alive

august

Nouns that Start with A

attic

Verbs that Start with A

add

allow

apologize

Sentences for 5-Year-Olds

Teach your kid the words that start with A in context! We have put together example sentences using some of the important words. Discover below.

August is when I start school and meet new friends.

We store old toys in the attic.

My ball rolled away under the table.

Our family is going on an adventure to the mountains.

I said an apology when I accidentally broke my sister's toy.

It's important to apologize when we make mistakes.

Can we read the story again before bedtime?

List of Words that Start with A for Kindergarten (6-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

as

act

aim

any

art

ash

axe

also

area

after

alarm

album

alike

aloud

anger

apart

apron

arise

arrow

aware

Short and Easy Words that Start with A

as

act

aim

any

art

ash

axe

also

area

5-letter Words that Start with A

after

alarm

album

alike

aloud

anger

apart

apron

arise

arrow

aware

awful

6-letter Words that Start with A

absent

accept

across

action

active

actual

always

amount

anyway

appear

arrive

artist

attach

attack

autumn

Long Words that Start with A

activity

anything

applause

armchair

assembly

attitude

allowance

ambulance

attention

autograph

accidental

apartments

alphabetical

Descriptive Words that Start with A

aware

awful

actual

alphabetical

Nouns that Start with A

art

area

album

apron

arrow

artist

autumn

armchair

Verbs that Start with A

act

arise

accept

appear

arrive

attach

Sentences for 6-Year-Olds

Introduce your child to words that start with A through simple sentences! We have carefully crafted examples that incorporate some essential words. Check them out below.

I put my favorite stickers in my album.

When we hear the fire alarm, we must go outside.

My friend was absent from school today because he had a cold.

My teacher reads stories to us aloud.

I walked across the playground to slide down the slide.

In our school play, I got to act as a knight.

My favorite action figure can move its arms and legs.

Are unicorns actual animals that existed long ago?

It's fun to stay active by jumping on a trampoline.

Drawing is my favorite activity at school.

List of Words that Start with A for 1st Grade (7-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

ago

aid

ark

able

ahoy

army

auto

actor

admit

adopt

agree

alien

alley

altar

among

annoy

armor

ashes

aside

award

Short and Easy Words that Start with A

ago

aid

ark

able

ahoy

army

auto

5-letter Words that Start with A

actor

admit

adopt

agree

alien

alley

altar

among

annoy

armor

ashes

aside

award

6-letter Words that Start with A

admire

afford

almond

amazed

amused

anyhow

arctic

arrest

attend

author

avenue

awaken

awhile

7-letter Words that Start with A

absence

against

annoyed

applaud

approve

ashamed

athlete

attempt

Long Words that Start with A

actually

adoption

animated

approval

argument

audience

apartment

authority

absolutely

accomplish

adventurer

afterwards

arithmetic

assignment

attendance

anniversary

appointment

announcement

advertisement

Descriptive Words that Start with A

able

arctic

ashamed

Nouns that Start with A

ark

auto

actor

alley

altar

armor

almond

argument

Verbs that Start with A

admit

adopt

agree

annoy

admire

afford

amazed

amused

attend

awaken

applaud

approve

animated

accomplish

Sentences for 7-Year-Olds

Introducing sentences with words that start with the letter A for your child! We've crafted simple sentences using key words to help young minds grasp the vocabulary better. Start reading them with your youngster.

Dad will auto-detail the car on Saturday.

We took a walk down the avenue looking at all the shop windows.

The teacher is the authority on classroom rules.

He got a star for perfect attendance at school.

At the puppet show, the audience clapped and cheered.

The author signed her book with a lovely message.

Don't forget to attend your friend's birthday party.

Birds awaken early in the morning with chirpy songs.

She won an award for her beautiful painting.

Let's play awhile before lunchtime.

I will attempt to tie my shoes by myself.

Polar bears live in the arctic where it's very cold.

We heard a funny argument between two cartoon characters.

Learning arithmetic can be fun with games and puzzles.

Noah built an ark long ago, according to the story.

The knight wore shiny armor to protect himself.

Soldiers march together in an army to keep us safe.

He felt ashamed when he realized he had forgotten his manners.

After the campfire, only ashes remained in the pit.

List of Words that Start with A for 2nd Grade (8-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

ad

afar

aids

arch

abuse

alert

angle

armed

avoid

aboard

absorb

accent

adjust

advice

advise

assign

assist

assume

abandon

ability

Short and Easy Words that Start with A

ad

afar

aids

arch

5-letter Words that Start with A

abuse

alert

angle

armed

avoid

6-letter Words that Start with A

aboard

absorb

accent

adjust

advice

advise

assign

assist

assume

7-letter Words that Start with A

abandon

ability

account

achieve

admiral

admirer

advance

alfalfa

amusing

ancient

angelic

animate

antique

anxiety

arrange

arrival

article

asphalt

attract

average

Long Words that Start with A

absolute

almighty

although

ancestor

antelope

appetite

approach

assemble

athletic

according

admission

affection

agreeable

agreement

alternate

amusement

assistant

attempted

authentic

available

Descriptive Words that Start with A

angelic

awkward

almighty

athletic

available

attractive

affectionate

Nouns that Start with A

afar

alfalfa

ancestor

agreement

Verbs that Start with A

avoid

absorb

adjust

advise

assign

assist

assume

achieve

arrange

attract

assemble

according

aggravated

appreciate

Sentences for 8-Year-Olds

Introduce your 8-year-old to words that start with A in context! Below you'll find example sentences crafted to include some essential words that will help expand their vocabulary.

An angelic being appeared in my dream last night.

After school, I like to arrange my toys and play games.

Alfalfa is a type of plant that many farm animals like to eat.

Although it's raining, we can still have fun indoors.

The ancient Egyptians built pyramids that still stand today.

I will show my appreciation by saying 'thank you' when you help me.

When I grow up, I want to achieve many things.

Anxiety may feel like having butterflies in your stomach before something big happens.

List of Words that Start with A for 3rd Grade (9-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

arc

awe

aye

acid

acre

ajar

alas

ally

alms

atom

abide

adapt

agent

agony

aloft

alter

amber

amuse

apply

arena

Short and Easy Words that Start with A

arc

awe

aye

acid

acre

ajar

alas

ally

alms

atom

5-letter Words that Start with A

abide

adapt

agent

agony

aloft

alter

amber

amuse

apply

arena

await

6-letter Words that Start with A

access

accord

accuse

affect

afloat

ambush

annual

anthem

arched

archer

artful

ashore

7-letter Words that Start with A

abusive

academy

acquire

alcohol

amongst

apostle

archery

Long Words that Start with A

accuracy

accurate

advanced

alarming

altitude

announce

arrogant

artistic

assorted

advantage

advertise

alcoholic

amazement

ancestors

annoyance

astrology

astronomy

attendant

attentive

automatic

Descriptive Words that Start with A

ajar

amber

artful

abusive

accurate

arrogant

artistic

attentive

acceptable

additional

answerable

apologetic

attainable

appreciative

Nouns that Start with A

aye

atom

agent

arena

anthem

archer

alcohol

Verbs that Start with A

abide

adapt

alter

amuse

apply

await

accuse

arched

acquire

alarming

announce

advertise

administer

accommodate

acknowledge

Sentences for 9-Year-Olds

Check out these simple sentences that incorporate some essential words for third graders to learn and understand.

After the storm, the boat remained afloat on the gentle waves.

An annual event is something that happens once every year.

Aunt Emma's amber necklace sparkles in the sunlight.

In history class, we learned about ancient ancestors who lived long ago.

It's important to always be accurate when you're doing your math homework.

Astronomy helps us understand the planets and stars in the universe.

List of Words that Start with A for 4th Grade (10-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

ale

ave

airy

anew

awed

anvil

array

avert

ablaze

abroad

abrupt

absurd

adhere

advent

affair

agency

allied

amends

amidst

appeal

Short and Easy Words that Start with A

ale

ave

airy

anew

awed

5-letter Words that Start with A

anvil

array

avert

6-letter Words that Start with A

ablaze

abroad

abrupt

absurd

adhere

advent

affair

agency

allied

amends

amidst

appeal

ascend

ascent

aspect

assert

asthma

astray

atomic

attain

7-letter Words that Start with A

abiding

abolish

adverse

adviser

agility

aimless

almanac

anxious

apparel

appoint

assault

auction

avenger

Long Words that Start with A

abnormal

adequate

agitated

ancestry

antidote

apparent

appendix

attorney

abundance

accompany

advisable

agonizing

amendment

anonymous

apparatus

architect

artillery

ascending

associate

awakening

Descriptive Words that Start with A

airy

ablaze

absurd

atomic

adverse

aimless

anxious

apparent

advisable

anonymous

artificial

adventurous

appreciable

agricultural

Nouns that Start with A

ale

anvil

advent

affair

ascent

aspect

asthma

almanac

appendix

attorney

architect

authorship

Verbs that Start with A

awed

avert

adhere

amends

ascend

assert

attain

avenge

abolish

appoint

accompany

ascending

accelerate

anticipate

astonished

accelerated

Sentences for 10-Year-Olds

Help your 10-year-old understand and use words that start with the letter A!

The knight wore shiny artificial armor.

They set up a beautiful array of fruits on the table.

My parents went to an auction to bid on an old painting.

The superhero will avert the city from danger.

The hikers began their ascent up the steep mountain.

She looked in astonishment at the magician's tricks.

The puppy went astray but found his way back home.

During the trial, the attorney spoke with great confidence.

The science museum had an exhibit on atomic energy.

List of Words that Start with A for 5th Grade (11-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

ado

amid

ante

arid

aura

awry

abyss

acute

adorn

afoot

agile

amend

amiss

ample

arbor

abound

adrift

aerial

aflame

alight

Short and Easy Words that Start with A

ado

amid

ante

arid

aura

awry

5-letter Words that Start with A

abyss

acute

adorn

afoot

agile

amend

amiss

ample

arbor

6-letter Words that Start with A

abound

adrift

aerial

aflame

alight

alpine

aspire

assent

assess

attire

awning

7-letter Words that Start with A

afflict

analogy

analyze

anatomy

anguish

angular

appease

arsenal

audible

Long Words that Start with A

abstract

adaptive

adjacent

advocate

alliance

ambition

analysis

appalled

aqueduct

aromatic

aversion

adjoining

admirable

adoration

adversity

aggressor

agitation

alleviate

ambitious

ancestral

Descriptive Words that Start with A

arid

awry

acute

agile

amiss

ample

adrift

aflame

angular

audible

adaptive

adjacent

admirable

ambitious

ancestral

atrocious

accountable

apprehensive

authoritative

Nouns that Start with A

ado

aura

abyss

arbor

anguish

aqueduct

aggressor

archangel

ambassador

antagonist

Verbs that Start with A

adorn

amend

abound

aspire

afflict

analyze

appease

appalled

adjoining

alleviate

apprehend

Sentences for 11-Year-Olds

We have put together examples of sentences that use some of the important words.

An archangel is like a superhero in some ancient stories.

Aristocracy is a word that describes a group of people with royal or noble titles.

Before the rain, the air was aromatic with the smell of fresh earth.

A ballet dancer's movements are often very graceful and aerial.

An adolescent is someone who is not a child anymore but not quite an adult either.

Cacti are plants that can survive in arid environments, like deserts.

When the picture frame went awry, we had to straighten it back up.

A carpenter used an awning to keep the sun off while he worked outside.

Avoidance is when you keep away from something you don't want to face.

List of Words that Start with A for 6th Grade (12-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

apt

akin

apex

abbot

abode

alpha

annex

avail

azure

affirm

aghast

allege

assure

aurora

abstain

affront

alleged

artisan

abundant

affinity

Short and Easy Words that Start with A

apt

akin

apex

5-letter Words that Start with A

abbot

abode

alpha

annex

avail

azure

6-letter Words that Start with A

affirm

aghast

allege

assure

aurora

7-letter Words that Start with A

abstain

affront

alleged

artisan

Long Words that Start with A

abundant

affinity

alluring

amicable

anointed

aptitude

aspirant

astonish

accession

adherence

adversary

anchorage

animosity

appalling

ascertain

assertion

assurance

attribute

abstinence

accounting

Descriptive Words that Start with A

apt

akin

aghast

abundant

amicable

advantageous

aristocratic

astronomical

architectural

Nouns that Start with A

apex

abbot

artisan

Verbs that Start with A

affirm

allege

assure

abstain

alleged

alluring

anointed

astonish

ascertain

accumulate

assimilate

alternating

authenticate

Sentences for 12-Year-Olds

We have put together example sentences for 6th graders that are using some of the important words.

The abbot at the monastery leads the community in prayer every morning.

There is something alluring about the mysteries of ancient Egypt.

Our new abode is more spacious than our last apartment.

He won an award for his skill in accounting at the school competition.

The museum had an accession of new artifacts from the Roman Empire.

She always shows great adherence to her study schedule before exams.

The color azure is a soothing shade of blue that reminds me of the ocean.

List of Words that Start with A for 7th Grade (13-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

aft

abbey

abhor

abuzz

aloof

ardor

allude

ardent

artery

asylum

averse

azalea

abreast

affable

alchemy

amiable

arduous

artless

austere

abortive

Short and Easy Words that Start with A

aft

5-letter Words that Start with A

abbey

abhor

abuzz

aloof

ardor

6-letter Words that Start with A

allude

ardent

artery

asylum

averse

azalea

7-letter Words that Start with A

abreast

affable

alchemy

amiable

arduous

artless

austere

Long Words that Start with A

abortive

admonish

affluent

armament

audacity

autumnal

abolition

absurdity

affluence

aggregate

ancillary

antipathy

antiquity

accredited

admissible

admonition

antiquated

antithesis

applicable

articulate

Descriptive Words that Start with A

abuzz

aloof

ardent

averse

affable

amiable

arduous

austere

autumnal

applicable

auspicious

antagonistic

Nouns that Start with A

abbey

ardor

asylum

azalea

armament

Verbs that Start with A

abhor

allude

admonish

Sentences for 13-Year-Olds

Help your teen grasp and utilize words that start with the letter A! The following are example sentences featuring some key vocabulary words to aid their understanding and use in daily life.

He sought asylum in a new country to find a better life.

This rule is not applicable to everyone, just to those under 18.

She was able to articulate her thoughts clearly during the debate.

The main artery carries blood from the heart to the rest of the body.

His artless sketches had a simple, yet charming quality to them.

Climbing the mountain was an arduous task that required determination.

Her ardor for painting was evident in every brushstroke.

He is an ardent supporter of environmental conservation efforts.

A detailed armament display can be seen at the historical museum.

The autumnal colors of the leaves create a beautiful tapestry in the park.

Her attainment of a black belt in karate showed her dedication and skill.

The monastery had an austere appearance, with stone walls and simple furnishings.

Winning the lottery was an auspicious event that changed their lives.

The adventurer's audacity led him to explore uncharted territories.

She's averse to the idea of skydiving; she prefers to keep her feet on the ground.

List of Words that Start with A for 8th Grade (14-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

abate

acrid

abject

accrue

annals

apathy

astute

attest

archaic

augment

amenable

anecdote

auspices

aforesaid

analogous

arbitrary

attrition

audacious

auxiliary

aboriginal

5-letter Words that Start with A

abate

acrid

6-letter Words that Start with A

abject

accrue

annals

apathy

astute

attest

7-letter Words that Start with A

archaic

augment

Long Words that Start with A

amenable

anecdote

auspices

aforesaid

analogous

arbitrary

attrition

audacious

auxiliary

aboriginal

apothecary

assemblage

arbitration

anthropology

attributable

apprenticeship

Descriptive Words that Start with A

acrid

abject

astute

archaic

amenable

analogous

arbitrary

audacious

attributable

Nouns that Start with A

apprenticeship

Verbs that Start with A

abate

accrue

attest

augment

Sentences for 14-Year-Olds

Here are some sentences that incorporate some key vocabulary words suitable for 14-year-olds.

After school, I am amenable to doing my homework before playing video games.

Interest will accrue in your savings account over time if you're patient.

The character in the book felt abject after losing his family treasure.

The museum exhibit on aboriginal art was fascinating and educational.

I hope the stormy weather will abate by the time we leave for our trip.

In the aforesaid chapter, the author described the mysterious island.

The lemon's taste was so acrid that it made my face pucker.

The auxiliary generator kicked in when the main power supply failed.

Under the auspices of our science teacher, the experiment was a success.

To augment our class discussion, the teacher showed us a documentary.

The assemblage of rare stamps was impressive and quite valuable.

My teacher says I'm astute because I notice details that others miss.

Her audacious approach to solving problems is both bold and effective.

The team faced attrition as members left over the course of the project.

The success of the fundraiser was attributable to the community's support.

I can attest to his kindness; he's always helping others in need.

We learned in anthropology class that human cultures are incredibly diverse.

This situation is analogous to the classic "tortoise and the hare" fable.

List of Words that Start with A for 9th Grade (15-Year-Olds)

Most Common Words that Start with A

allay

axiom

animus

arrears

ascribe

alacrity

aesthetic

anomalous

adamantine

appellation

approbation

assimilation

5-letter Words that Start with A

allay

axiom

6-letter Words that Start with A

animus

7-letter Words that Start with A

arrears

ascribe

Long Words that Start with A

alacrity

aesthetic

anomalous

adamantine

appellation

approbation

assimilation

Descriptive Words that Start with A

aesthetic

anomalous

Nouns that Start with A

axiom

Verbs that Start with A

allay

ascribe

Sentences for 15-Year-Olds

See how the A words are used in context.

She received much approbation from her teachers due to her diligence and intelligence.

Historians often ascribe the start of the Renaissance to a renewed interest in classical learning and values.

The presence of an alligator in the lake was anomalous, as they are not native to the area.

His animus towards his rival was clear after the heated debate.

The assimilation of various culinary techniques can create unique and exciting dishes.

The adamantine will of the athlete led her to victory despite the numerous challenges.

Her aesthetic sense was apparent in her beautifully decorated room.

Drinking a warm herbal tea can allay the symptoms of a cold.

She accepted the new project with alacrity, excited about the challenges it presented.

One common axiom in mathematics is "the shortest distance between two points is a straight line".

When his payments were in arrears, he worked extra hours to settle his debts.

The appellation "Alexander the Great" was given to the famous Macedonian king for his military accomplishments.

Strategies for Mastering Terms Commencing with "A"

Alphabetical Sequence Game

Teach children to organize "A" words like "apple", "ant", "airplane", "arm", and "angle" in alphabetical order. This activity will help understand the alphabet sequence and word organization. Turn it into a game where each correct order earns a point!

Categorization Quest

Encourage your kids to classify "A" words into categories such as animals, objects, and actions. Sorting words like "alligator", "anchor", and "answer" into groups enhances cognitive skills. You can use drawings or toys for a hands-on classification experience.

Visual Word Pairing Challenge

Another engaging way to practice word recognition is matching words such as "artist" and "ambulance" with corresponding pictures. Visual association is proved to strengthen memory and understanding of words. Use colorful pictures and reward matches with stickers!

Rhyme Discovery

Find rhymes for "A" words to explore phonetics. For example, a rhyming word for “amend” would be “friend”. This phonemic awareness activity is essential for developing reading and spelling skills. Create a rhyming words treasure hunt!

Narrative Craft

Ask your young learner to create stories using words like "adventure", "afraid", "above", and "area". This activity fosters imagination and narrative skills. To make it even more fun, illustrate the story together after it's written!

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Scott Sosso is a serial entrepreneur recognized as one of the top in his industry from a young age. Before the age of 30, he used his entrepreneurial skills to grow a real estate startup to a billion in sales in just three years. Later, he took that entrepreneurial spirit to the healthcare industry, and through various senior leadership roles, he was a key team member who led a healthcare company to 6X gross revenues. While none of these journeys were easy, the process of scaling businesses and navigating complex market dynamics has been a testament to Scott's resilience and business acumen.

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