Is 'K' a common letter to end words with?

Yes, K is a moderately common letter to end words with in the English language. Many nouns and adjectives end with this letter.

What are some common words that end with K?

Some common words ending with K include various common terms. These words are frequently used in everyday English communication.

What is the longest word ending with K?

There are many long words ending with K, often found in scientific or medical terminology. Use our 'Words by Length' table above to find high-value words for word games.

Are there any two-letter words ending with K for Scrabble?

Yes, there are usually valid two-letter words ending with K that are accepted in Scrabble. These short words are incredibly useful for clearing your rack and scoring parallel points.

How does the letter K affect pronunciation at the end of a word?

When K is at the end of a word, it often creates a specific syllable sound or modifies the preceding vowel. The exact pronunciation depends on the letters preceding it.

Words Ending
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Total Words

All -ak -bk -ck -dk -ek -fk -gk -hk -ik -jk -kk -lk -mk -nk -ok -pk -qk -rk -sk -tk -uk -vk -wk -xk -yk -zk

Words Ending With jk

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US Geography & 'K'

Interesting facts about American states and places ending in K.

The state ending in K

New York is the only state ending in 'K'. It was named in 1664 in honor of the Duke of York, who later became King James II of England.

K Words by Length

Quick reference for K-ending words sorted by character count.

Length	Common Words	Scrabble Point Value Avg
3 Letters	OAK	3 - 6 pts
4 Letters	BANK, HAAK, WORK	4 - 8 pts
5 Letters	ABACK, ABASK, NABAK, QUICK	5 - 10 pts
6 Letters	CABACK, FAAILK	6 - 12 pts
7 Letters	GABBACK	7 - 14 pts
8 Letters	AARDVARK, DABCHICK, HABAKKUK	8 - 16 pts

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Frequently Asked Questions

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1. How is the word 'aardvark' correctly pronounced in American English?

Rhyming with 'hard dark' Rhyming with 'cat bat' Rhyming with 'day park' Rhyming with 'dog log'

2. To which broader family of birds does the dabchick belong?

Ducks (Anatidae) Herons (Ardeidae) Grebes (Podicipedidae) Rails (Rallidae)

3. What does the verb 'caback' mean?

To return a phone call To build a small shelter To make a harsh, repetitive bird sound To carry something on your back

4. Which two bird names are combined to form 'eaglehawk'?

Eagle and Heron Eagle and Hawk Egret and Hawk Emu and Hawk

5. Which part of speech does 'caback' belong to?

Noun Adjective Intransitive Verb Adverb

6. Which part of speech is the word 'abask'?

Noun Verb Adjective Adverb

7. Is it correct to say 'I was very aback'?

Yes No Only in British English Only in formal writing

8. Where does the primary stress fall in 'aback'?

First syllable Second syllable Neither Both equally

9. What does the archaic adverb 'abask' mean?

Hiding in the shade Resting in the warmth of the sun Running quickly Swimming in a lake

10. How many syllables does the word 'thank' have?

One Two Three Four

11. What does the phrase 'quick as a flash' mean?

Very bright Extremely fast Very surprising Like lightning in a storm

12. What does the phrase 'out of work' mean?

Working outside Unemployed Taking a break Exercising too much

13. Which of the following is an antonym (opposite) of lying abask?

Sunbathing Resting Shivering in the cold Sleeping peacefully

14. What does the phrase 'heart of oak' symbolize?

Sickness Great strength and courage Softness and flexibility Bad temper

15. What is the origin of the word 'work'?

Old French 'weorc' Old English 'weorc' Latin 'labor' Greek 'ergon'

16. Which of the following is a grammatically correct use of 'abask'?

I will abask tomorrow. The lizard lay abask on the rock. She has a beautiful abask. He was abasking in the sun.

17. In which syllable is the primary stress placed when pronouncing 'Habakkuk'?

First (Ha) Second (bak) Third (kuk) None

18. What is the most common biological referent for 'eaglehawk' in Australia?

The bald eagle The wedge-tailed eagle The peregrine falcon The emu

19. How is 'eaglehawk' correctly pronounced?

EG-el-hawk ee-GER-hawk EE-gul-hawk EH-gle-hock

20. What is unique about the Book of Habakkuk compared to other prophetic books?

It is the longest book. It is written in Greek. It is a dialogue questioning God. It focuses on the Exodus.

21. What type of animal is a dabchick?

A small mammal A water bird A freshwater fish An amphibian

22. Which bird is most commonly associated with the sound 'caback'?

Robins Eagles Geese Parrots

23. What does the word 'haak' mean in South African English?

A type of bird A hook or a sharp corner A chopping tool A small boat

24. Can you use 'Jabberwock' as a verb?

Yes, it means to talk fast No, it is strictly a noun Yes, it means to fight a monster Yes, it means to write poetry

25. How is 'Jabberwock' pronounced?

JAB-er-wok ja-BER-wokee JAB-er-woke YAB-er-wok

26. How is the word 'Habakkuk' classified in English grammar?

Common Noun Verb Proper Noun Adjective

27. Which sentence uses 'caback' correctly?

I heard a loud caback. The turkeys began to caback. He cabacked the box upstairs. She sent a caback to the server.

28. Which of the following is a characteristic of nabak broth?

Thick and red Clear and refreshing Oily and yellow Creamy and white

29. When is nabak most traditionally consumed?

During the autumn harvest In the middle of winter During the spring Only on birthdays

30. What is the primary diet of an aardvark?

Fruit and leaves Small fish Ants and termites Grass and roots

31. Which modern phrase has replaced 'gabback' in standard English?

Feedback Small talk Back talk Loud speaker

32. In aviation, what does it mean to 'bank'?

To deposit money before flying To tilt the aircraft to one side when turning To land the plane To turn off the engines

33. Which book is considered a close thematic parallel to Habakkuk regarding questioning suffering?

Proverbs Song of Solomon Job Ruth

34. Why did early settlers in Australia call the wedge-tailed eagle an 'eaglehawk'?

It was half eagle and half hawk. It resembled both European eagles and hawks. It hunted like a duck. It was very small.

35. Which sentence is grammatically correct?

I am working hardly. I am working hard. I am work hard. I work hardly.

36. Which verb does 'abask' most commonly modify?

Run Lie Shout Swim

37. In fantasy literature, what does an 'eaglehawk' usually represent?

A small songbird A mythical hybrid creature A type of dragon A magical fish

38. How many syllables does 'caback' have?

One Two Three Four

39. In which syllable of 'nabak' is the primary stress placed?

The first syllable (NAH) The second syllable (BAHK) Both equally Neither

40. Which sentence is grammatically correct regarding 'quick to + verb'?

He is quick to angering. He is quick to anger. He is quick to angry. He is quick to angered.

41. What is the scientific order of the aardvark?

Pilosa Carnivora Tubulidentata Rodentia

42. Which preposition usually comes before 'aback'?

on in taken at

43. Can 'aback' be used as an adjective?

Yes, always No, it is only an adverb Only in plural form Only in British English

44. What does the phrase 'thanks to' mean in a sentence like 'Thanks to the rain, the garden grew'?

Expressing gratitude to the rain Because of the rain Despite the rain Asking the rain for help

45. If a lawyer calls a contract 'pure jabberwock,' what do they mean?

It is a legally binding document It is written in very clear language It is a masterpiece of literature It is complete nonsense

46. How is 'gabback' correctly pronounced?

GAYB-back gab-BACK GAB-back GAH-bak

47. Choose the sentence that uses 'thank' correctly.

I want to thank for the gift. I want to thank you for the gift. I want to thank to you for the gift. I want to say thank for the gift.

48. What is the likely etymological origin of 'faailk'?

French for 'wave' Latin for 'rock' Old Norse and Old English dialects Greek for 'wind'

49. When is an aardvark most active?

During the day At dusk and dawn At night During the winter

50. What parts of speech can the word 'work' function as?

Only a Verb Only a Noun Both a Verb and a Noun Only an Adjective

Words Ending With K