Lava
4 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
Molten rock that erupts from a volcano and cools on the earth's surface to form solid igneous rock.
“Slow-moving rivers of lava crept down the volcano's flanks, consuming everything in their path.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈlɑːvə/
Syllables
la·va
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Two As in a four-letter word is a distinctive pattern. The V is rarer in Wordle, making LAVA a useful testing word.
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Worth 7 points. The V is rare but valuable. LAVAS (add S) is a straightforward extension for one extra point.
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