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3-letter words with L as the 2nd letter

A curated list of 3-letter words tailored to this exact pattern. Use this when L is fixed in the 2nd slot; rotate high-frequency consonants elsewhere to prune fast. For example: ala, alb, ale.

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22 words
Word Definition Length Syllables
ala32
alb31
ale31
all31
alp31
als31
alt31
eld31
elf31
elk31
ell31
elm31
els31
flu31
fly31
ilk31
ill31
old31
ole31
ply31
sly31
ulu32

FAQs

How do I play around a fixed L in the 2nd slot?
Try mixing common consonant clusters (ST, TR, CH) in other positions while keeping L locked.

Why are uncommon words included?
We compile from a broad English list. Skim the top rows for more common picks.