Five-letter position pattern
5 Letter Words with P as 2nd and O as 3rd Letter
Two neighbouring letters fix the middle of this pattern: P in the second box and O in the third. P in the second box follows S or a vowel, as in SP, AP and UP openings. O in the third box is very common and sits in the middle of everyday words.
29matching five-letter words
Five-letter words with P in the 2nd and O in the 3rd position
- apode
- apods
- apoop
- aport
- apout
- epoch
- epode
- epopt
- epoxy
- spode
- spods
- spoil
- spoke
- spoky
- spole
- spong
- spoof
- spook
- spool
- spoom
- spoon
- spoor
- spoot
- spore
- spork
- sport
- sposh
- spots
- spout
Starts and Endings
Most of these words begin with S as in SPORT and E as in EPOCH. The last box is most often T, E and S.
Useful five-letter words
SPORT, SPOKE, SPOTS, SPOON and SPOIL are the best known words that fit, so they make sensible first guesses. EPOCH, SPOUT and SPOOF are worth keeping in reserve.
- SPORT
- SPOKE
- SPOTS
- SPOON
- SPOIL
Pattern Notes
The pair mixes a consonant with a vowel, which gives the words a natural, easy to pronounce rhythm, as in SPORT, SPOKE and SPOTS. Most of the familiar words open with a consonant. The fifth box is most often T, E and S, which makes it the quickest place to settle the ending.
How to Narrow It Down
Begin with S and E in the first box, because they open the largest groups. After that, test T in the fifth box, since it is the single most common final letter here. The fixed P and O do a lot of the work, so spend your guesses on the three open boxes. For a wider view, see 5 letter words with P as the 2nd letter and 5 letter words with O as the 3rd letter.
Playing This Pattern in Word Games
In Scrabble, P is worth three points and O is worth one point. Knowing words such as SPORT, SPOKE and SPOTS helps you use both tiles quickly when they land on your rack.
Frequently asked questions
Is P second and O third a common pattern in Wordle
It is a fair sized group, so it gives you plenty of choices. Knowing the usual openers and endings helps more than guessing blindly.
What does P as the second letter tell me
P in the second box follows S or a vowel, as in SP, AP and UP openings. SPORT is a good example.
What are some common 5 letter words with P as 2nd and O as 3rd letter
SPORT, SPOKE, SPOTS, SPOON and SPOIL are among the best known. EPOCH, SPOUT and SPOOF are good follow ups.