Daily word games to challenge your mind
A curated list of 5-letter words tailored to this exact pattern. When a clue points to KO starts, alternate vowel patterns and common blends after the prefix. For example: koala, koans, kobos.
| Word | Definition | Length | Syllables |
|---|---|---|---|
| koala | 5 | 2 | |
| koans | 5 | 1 | |
| kobos | 5 | 2 | |
| koels | 5 | 1 | |
| kohls | 5 | 1 | |
| koine | 5 | 1 | |
| kolas | 5 | 2 | |
| kolos | 5 | 2 | |
| konks | 5 | 1 | |
| kooks | 5 | 1 | |
| kooky | 5 | 2 | |
| kopek | 5 | 2 | |
| kophs | 5 | 1 | |
| kopje | 5 | 1 | |
| koppa | 5 | 2 | |
| korai | 5 | 2 | |
| koras | 5 | 2 | |
| korat | 5 | 2 | |
| korun | 5 | 2 | |
| kotos | 5 | 2 | |
| kotow | 5 | 2 |
Are KO-starting words common?
KO is a frequent start; probing vowel swaps after KO quickly narrows options.
Is this list good for crosswords?
Yes—filter by length mentally and scan definitions when available.