Daily word games to challenge your mind
A curated list of 5-letter words tailored to this exact pattern. When a clue points to CUR starts, alternate vowel patterns and common blends after the prefix. For example: curbs, curch, curds.
| Word | Definition | Length | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| curbs | 5 | 1 | |
| curch | 5 | 1 | |
| curds | 5 | 1 | |
| curdy | 5 | 2 | |
| cured | 5 | 2 | |
| curer | 5 | 2 | |
| cures | 5 | 2 | |
| curet | 5 | 2 | |
| curfs | 5 | 1 | |
| curia | 5 | 2 | |
| curie | 5 | 1 | |
| curio | 5 | 2 | |
| curls | 5 | 1 | |
| curly | 5 | 2 | |
| curns | 5 | 1 | |
| currs | 5 | 1 | |
| curry | 5 | 2 | |
| curse | 5 | 1 | |
| curst | 5 | 1 | |
| curve | 5 | 1 | |
| curvy | 5 | 2 |
Are CUR-starting words common?
CUR is a frequent start; probing vowel swaps after CUR quickly narrows options.
Is this list good for crosswords?
Yes—filter by length mentally and scan definitions when available.