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A curated list of 5-letter words tailored to this exact pattern. When a clue points to CLA starts, alternate vowel patterns and common blends after the prefix. For example: clach, clack, clade.
| Word | Definition | Length | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| clach | 5 | 1 | |
| clack | 5 | 1 | |
| clade | 5 | 1 | |
| clads | 5 | 1 | |
| clags | 5 | 1 | |
| claim | 5 | 1 | |
| clamp | 5 | 1 | |
| clams | 5 | 1 | |
| clang | 5 | 1 | |
| clank | 5 | 1 | |
| clans | 5 | 1 | |
| claps | 5 | 1 | |
| clapt | 5 | 1 | |
| claro | 5 | 2 | |
| clary | 5 | 2 | |
| clash | 5 | 1 | |
| clasp | 5 | 1 | |
| class | 5 | 1 | |
| clast | 5 | 1 | |
| clave | 5 | 1 | |
| clavi | 5 | 2 | |
| claws | 5 | 1 | |
| clays | 5 | 1 |
Are CLA-starting words common?
CLA is a frequent start; probing vowel swaps after CLA quickly narrows options.
Is this list good for crosswords?
Yes—filter by length mentally and scan definitions when available.