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

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Scott Sosso

A Big Selection of Words That Begin with N to Help Children Enhance Their Writing, Reading, Pronunciation and Spelling

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.

Embark on a linguistic adventure with LUCA's specially curated list of positive words that start with N! Tailored for kids aged 3 to 15, from preschoolers to high schoolers, this collection spans the educational spectrum. Packed with delightful and engaging words, it's a valuable resource for parents and teachers alike. From the charming "noble" to the uplifting "nurturing," and the dynamic "noteworthy" to the cheerful "neat," these carefully chosen words encompass a wide range of nouns and adjectives. With word lengths ranging from 3 to 9 letters, this list offers diverse learning opportunities. Provide your child with the extra practice they need to master sounds and letters. Elevate their language skills with LUCA's captivating N words!

Words that Start with

N

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nail
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necklace
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needle
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nest
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net
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newspaper
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nine
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nose

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

no

nap

not

name

neck

need

nice

nine

nose

night

number

nighttime

Short and Easy Words that Start with N

no

nap

not

name

neck

need

nice

nine

nose

5-letter Words that Start with N

night

6-letter Words that Start with N

number

Long Words that Start with N

nighttime

Descriptive Words that Start with N

nice

Nouns that Start with N

night

Sentences for 3-Year-Olds

Help your child learn words that start with N! Here are some simple sentences for 3-year-olds using key words.

Before nap time, we read a book.

Your nose is right in the middle of your face.

Please say no if you don’t want more juice.

There are nine ducks swimming in the pond.

The stars come out at nighttime.

Good night, sleep tight, don't let the bedbugs bite.

Being nice to friends makes them happy.

What’s your name? My name is Max!

Do you need help tying your shoes?

Your neck holds up your head and lets you nod.

Say not when you mean no thank you.

Can you count your number blocks with me?

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

new

next

noise

napkin

naughty

Short and Easy Words that Start with N

new

next

5-letter Words that Start with N

noise

6-letter Words that Start with N

napkin

7-letter Words that Start with N

naughty

Descriptive Words that Start with N

new

naughty

Nouns that Start with N

napkin

Sentences for 4-Year-Olds

Help your child learn words that start with N! Here are example sentences just right for four-year-olds.

I got a new toy car for my birthday.

Loud noise makes the baby cry.

What comes next after the number two?

Being naughty means you have to say sorry.

Please pass the napkin, I spilled some juice.

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

nod

now

nut

nail

near

neat

nest

none

noon

never

ninth

noisy

nurse

needle

nickel

nobody

normal

nothing

nowhere

necklace

Short and Easy Words that Start with N

nod

now

nut

nail

near

neat

nest

none

noon

5-letter Words that Start with N

never

ninth

noisy

nurse

6-letter Words that Start with N

needle

nickel

nobody

normal

7-letter Words that Start with N

nothing

nowhere

Long Words that Start with N

necklace

neighbor

november

newspaper

nightmare

Descriptive Words that Start with N

neat

noisy

Nouns that Start with N

none

noon

Verbs that Start with N

nod

Sentences for 5-Year-Olds

Introduce your 5-year-old to words that start with N! Here are some sentences featuring key N-words.

The nurse helps people feel better when they're sick.

It's noisy when trucks drive down the street.

We have none of the cookies left because they were so yummy.

I will never give up trying to ride my bike.

Daddy reads the newspaper every morning with his coffee.

If you nod your head, it means you agree.

A nightmare is a bad dream, but a hug can make you feel safe.

My birthday is the ninth day of the month.

I have a nickel in my pocket that I'm saving for a treat.

When nobody is looking, I sometimes sneak an extra cookie.

Birds live in a nest high up in the trees.

There is nothing in my cup; it's all gone!

My room is neat because I put away all my toys.

Our house is near the park with the big swings.

If you're lost and can't find your way home, you're nowhere.

Right now is the best time to read a fun story.

November is the month when we celebrate Thanksgiving.

My neighbor has a cute dog that barks at the mailman.

I eat lunch at noon every day at school.

Mom's necklace has pretty stones that sparkle in the light.

Things that happen usually every day are normal.

A needle is sharp, so only adults should use it.

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

news

note

nasty

north

nature

nephew

ninety

neither

nervous

nursery

national

nickname

nonsense

neighborhood

Short and Easy Words that Start with N

news

note

5-letter Words that Start with N

nasty

north

6-letter Words that Start with N

nature

nephew

ninety

7-letter Words that Start with N

neither

nervous

nursery

Long Words that Start with N

national

nickname

nonsense

neighborhood

Descriptive Words that Start with N

nasty

nervous

Nouns that Start with N

news

nephew

neither

neighborhood

Sentences for 6-Year-Olds

Discover examples of sentences with the letter N for 6-year-olds. Learn new words in a fun way.

Our neighborhood has a park with a big slide.

The skunk sprayed a nasty smell in the yard.

Pandas are important animals for our national wildlife.

Neither of my shoes have laces because they have Velcro.

Nature is full of beautiful trees and colorful flowers.

My nickname at school is 'Speedy' because I run fast.

Sometimes I feel nervous before going on the big slide.

My nephew loves to play hide and seek.

Dad watches the news every evening to learn what's happening.

I play with blocks and read books in my nursery.

Talking to teddy bears is fun, even if it's nonsense.

My teacher told me to write a note to remember my homework.

We live in the north, so it gets really cold.

When I count to ninety, I have to take deep breaths to keep track.

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

net

nip

navy

needy

niece

narrow

nation

nearly

notice

negative

normally

northern

necessary

nervousness

Short and Easy Words that Start with N

net

nip

navy

5-letter Words that Start with N

needy

niece

6-letter Words that Start with N

narrow

nation

nearly

notice

Long Words that Start with N

negative

normally

northern

necessary

nervousness

Nouns that Start with N

nation

Sentences for 7-Year-Olds

Learn words that start with N with these example sentences for seven-year-olds.

Auntie gave me a gentle nip on the cheek when she said goodbye.

My niece has the same curly hair as I do.

We nearly finished the puzzle before bedtime.

Sailors wear uniforms that are navy blue.

It's necessary to brush your teeth twice a day.

The northern part of the globe is called the Arctic.

Our hallway is so narrow, we walk in single file.

Did you notice the new flowers in the garden?

Our nation is home to many different people.

I get a bit of nervousness when I try something new.

We caught fish today and put them in a wet net.

Normally, we have pancakes for breakfast on Sunday.

Some people are needy and we should try to help them.

It's negative to think you can't do something before you've tried.

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

nor

nun

noose

notch

nectar

nimble

nutmeg

natives

natural

nightly

nursing

newcomer

nowadays

numerous

naturally

nocturnal

northwest

numerical

noticeable

nutritious

Short and Easy Words that Start with N

nor

nun

5-letter Words that Start with N

noose

notch

6-letter Words that Start with N

nectar

nimble

nutmeg

7-letter Words that Start with N

natives

natural

nightly

nursing

Long Words that Start with N

newcomer

nowadays

numerous

naturally

nocturnal

northwest

numerical

noticeable

nutritious

nightingale

Descriptive Words that Start with N

nimble

numerous

nocturnal

numerical

nutritious

Nouns that Start with N

nun

nectar

nutmeg

Sentences for 8-Year-Olds

Introduce your 8-year-old to vocabulary that starts with N! Read the sentences crafted for their understanding.

Natives of the island lived in harmony with nature.

The flowers in the garden are so colorful and natural.

Honeybees collect nectar which is naturally sweet and sticky.

The newcomer in my class is from a country I’ve never visited.

I like a sprinkle of nutmeg on my hot cocoa.

Owls are nocturnal birds; they're active when it's dark outside.

Cats are very nimble, jumping from place to place with ease.

The nightly routine includes brushing teeth and reading a book.

A nightingale's song is one of the most beautiful night sounds.

My aunt is a nun and lives in a convent with others.

There are numerous stars in the sky, too many to count!

Dad showed me how to solve numerical puzzles easily.

Nowadays, we have many games that we can play on a tablet.

It's noticeable when the leaves change color in autumn.

The carpenter made a notch in the wood with his tool.

We went hiking in the northwest part of the park.

Nor in a sentence means the same as "and not" like in "neither this nor that".

A nutritious breakfast helps me get through the school day with lots of energy.

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

nag

nook

numb

naval

nerve

novel

native

neglect

nourish

nativity

needless

nuisance

navigator

necessity

nutrition

needlework

noteworthy

nationality

nourishment

Short and Easy Words that Start with N

nag

nook

numb

5-letter Words that Start with N

naval

nerve

novel

6-letter Words that Start with N

native

7-letter Words that Start with N

neglect

nourish

Long Words that Start with N

nativity

needless

nuisance

navigator

necessity

nutrition

needlework

noteworthy

nationality

nourishment

Descriptive Words that Start with N

naval

needless

noteworthy

Nouns that Start with N

nook

needlework

Verbs that Start with N

nourish

Sentences for 9-Year-Olds

These sentences help a 9-year-old learn words that start with N! Check them out below.

The noteworthy discovery was a highlight of our science class.

Our pet turtle needs to nourish its shell with sunshine and fresh water.

Breakfast provides the nourishment to start her school day right.

She was so engrossed in her novel that she didn't hear us call her for dinner.

During summer, I love reading in the quiet nook behind the curtains.

Learning about nutrition helps us know which foods are healthy for us.

A mosquito buzzing around your ear can be a real nuisance at night.

When I go sledding too long in the snow, my fingers go completely numb.

Worrying about the small stuff is often needless and a waste of time.

Grandma showed me her beautiful needlework, which she's been doing for years.

Not doing homework is a sign of neglect and can lead to trouble at school.

It takes a lot of nerve to stand up in front of the class and give a speech.

My sister's constant reminders to tidy my room can sometimes feel like a nag.

The naval ships we saw at the harbor were very impressive and massive.

A skilled navigator can use the stars to find their way across the ocean.

Having a first aid kit on a camping trip is a necessity for safety.

During Christmas, many people celebrate the nativity with special plays and songs.

Our teacher explained that nationality doesn't define a person's character.

The native plants in our garden attract beautiful butterflies every spring.

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

nay

noble

novice

needful

network

neutral

notable

nurture

nameless

namesake

nominate

novelist

northerly

navigation

neighboring

Short and Easy Words that Start with N

nay

5-letter Words that Start with N

noble

6-letter Words that Start with N

novice

7-letter Words that Start with N

needful

network

neutral

notable

nurture

Long Words that Start with N

nameless

namesake

nominate

novelist

northerly

navigation

neighboring

Descriptive Words that Start with N

needful

nameless

northerly

Nouns that Start with N

nay

novelist

Sentences for 10-Year-Olds

Here are sentences with the letter N that are just right for 10-year-olds. Read the examples below.

Northerly winds are making it quite chilly today.

It's notable how quickly she learned to ride her bike without training wheels.

My brother wants to be a novelist and write exciting stories.

As a novice, it's okay to make mistakes when you're learning something new.

Understanding navigation is important when you're on a hiking adventure.

We use a network of computers at school to do research.

The country remained neutral during the conflict.

A noble knight always fights for what is right and just.

I would like to nominate my friend for class president because she is very responsible.

The word nay is an old-fashioned way to say no.

I have a teddy bear whose namesake is a famous explorer.

A nameless hero is someone who helps others without taking credit.

Our neighboring town has a beautiful park with lots of playgrounds.

Being honest and kind are needful qualities in a good friend.

Birds nurture their young until they are ready to fly on their own.

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

nigh

naive

nudge

naught

notion

nomadic

nominal

novelty

nucleus

nautical

nobility

narrative

naturalist

nomination

Short and Easy Words that Start with N

nigh

5-letter Words that Start with N

naive

nudge

6-letter Words that Start with N

naught

notion

7-letter Words that Start with N

nomadic

nominal

novelty

nucleus

Long Words that Start with N

nautical

nobility

narrative

naturalist

nomination

Descriptive Words that Start with N

nomadic

nautical

Nouns that Start with N

notion

naturalist

Sentences for 11-Year-Olds

Learn the meaning of words starting with N through example sentences. Here’s how you can use them. Perfect for 11-year-olds.

The naturalist took us on a hike and showed us many different types of plants and animals.

During our nautical adventure, we learned how to tie knots and sail a boat.

When I did the math wrong, my answer came out to naught.

My younger brother is so naive, he believed that our dog could talk.

The narrative of my favorite book is thrilling and full of unexpected twists.

The nucleus is the very center of an atom, just like the sun is the center of our solar system.

Sometimes you need a gentle nudge to start swinging on a swing set.

The notion that unicorns might be real is quite fascinating to me.

I received a novelty mug for my birthday; it has a cute dinosaur handle.

The full moon is nigh, which means it will be bright and full in the night sky soon.

In medieval times, the nobility would live in castles and rule the land.

Nomadic tribes move from one place to another instead of living in one spot.

The fee for joining the game club was only a nominal amount of money.

Every school year we have a nomination for class president, and anyone can run.

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

nary

nave

nether

nicety

noxious

negligence

neutrality

naturalized

Short and Easy Words that Start with N

nary

nave

6-letter Words that Start with N

nether

nicety

7-letter Words that Start with N

noxious

Long Words that Start with N

negligence

neutrality

naturalized

Descriptive Words that Start with N

nary

nether

noxious

Nouns that Start with N

nave

Verbs that Start with N

naturalized

Sentences for 12-Year-Olds

Learn how these words starting with N are used in sentences! Here they are for 12-year-olds to understand better.

Nicety matters, like saying "please" and "thank you".

In a debate, showing neutrality means not taking sides.

The nether region of the world is sometimes imagined as a place beneath the earth's surface.

Forgetting homework is an example of negligence that can upset teachers.

The nave is the main area in a church where people sit.

When a person becomes a citizen of a new country, they are naturalized.

If someone says nary a word, it means they kept completely silent.

Breathing noxious fumes from chemicals can be very harmful to your health.

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

nous

nebula

nebulous

notoriety

Short and Easy Words that Start with N

nous

6-letter Words that Start with N

nebula

Long Words that Start with N

nebulous

notoriety

Descriptive Words that Start with N

nebulous

Nouns that Start with N

nebula

Sentences for 13-Year-Olds

Master the N words with these simple examples we’ve crafted for thirteen-year-olds. Read on to see how they're used.

The celebrity's notoriety grew after the scandal.

She has a real nous for solving complex math problems quickly.

A nebula is a vast cloud of dust and gas in space.

His explanation was nebulous and hard to understand.

Historians often have to interpret nebulous evidence from the past.

The old mansion had a nebulous silhouette against the night sky.

He gained notoriety in school for his unrivaled gaming skills.

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

niche

nomenclature

5-letter Words that Start with N

niche

Long Words that Start with N

nomenclature

Sentences for 14-Year-Olds

Learn words that begin with N and NI! Here are example sentences for 14-year-olds using important words.

In biology class, we learned the nomenclature for all the parts of a cell.

Karen has found her niche in the school band as a talented flute player.

Understanding scientific nomenclature can help you excel in your studies.

Every niche in the ecosystem is important for maintaining balance.

Proper nomenclature in chemistry makes it easier to understand complex reactions.

Artists often look for a niche market to sell their unique creations.

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

Most Common Words that Start with N

nouveau

7-letter Words that Start with N

nouveau

Sentences for 15-Year-Olds

See how we use the words that start with N in sentences! Check out the examples crafted especially for 15-year-olds.

The interior designer preferred nouveau styles that were both modern and chic.

The art student was fascinated by the nouveau wave of digital illustration techniques.

His nouveau approach to classic recipes impressed all the judges in the cooking competition.

Strategies for Mastering "N" Words

Organizing Words Alphabetically

Teach children to organize "N" words such as "nation", "narrow", and "nature" in alphabetical order. This activity will help them understand the alphabet sequence and word organization. Transform it into a fun game where they earn points for each correct sequence!

Categorizing Vocabulary

Encourage your kids to classify "N" words into categories like nature, emotions, and objects. Sorting words such as "neptune", "nervous", and "necklace" into groups develops cognitive skills. Use drawings or real-life items for a tactile categorization experience.

Matching Verbal and Visual Representations

Another engaging way for word recognition is matching "N" words like "nest" and "nurse" with corresponding pictures. This visual association reinforces memory and improves word understanding. Use vibrant illustrations and celebrate correct matches with small rewards!

Discovering Rhyming Pairs

Search for rhymes among "N" words to explore their phonetics. For instance, "night" could rhyme with "kite". This phonemic awareness activity helps develop reading and spelling abilities. Design a rhyming words scavenger hunt for added excitement!

Narrative Crafting

Prompt your young storyteller to create tales using words like "noble", "navigate", "nectar", and "notice". This encourages imagination and storytelling talents. Augment the fun by illustrating the story together afterwards!

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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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