Words that Start with H in English

Exploring words that start with the letter H provides a fascinating glimpse into the diversity of the English language. Here is a comprehensive list of words starting with H, each accompanied by a brief description.

Habanero

A type of chili pepper known for its intense heat and distinct fruity flavor.

Habit

A regular practice or routine that is often done automatically.

Hail

Precipitation in the form of small, hard balls or lumps of ice.

Hair

A filamentous biomaterial that grows from follicles found in the skin of humans and animals.

Half

One of two equal parts of a whole; 50 percent of something.

Hall

A large room or building used for events or gatherings; also a passage in a building.

Hallow

To make something holy or sacred; to honor greatly.

Hammer

A tool with a heavy head used for pounding or striking.

Hand

The prehensile, multi-fingered appendage at the end of the arm used for grasping and manipulation.

Handle

A part of an object designed to be held by the hand; to manage or control.

Hang

To suspend something from a higher point; to be suspended.

Harm

Physical injury or damage; to cause damage or distress.

Harsh

Severe or rough in manner or tone; uncomfortable or unpleasant.

Harvest

The process of gathering ripe crops from the fields; the yield of crops.

Haste

Excessive speed or urgency in doing something.

Hat

A head covering, often with a brim, worn for protection or fashion.

Hate

Intense dislike or aversion; to feel strong dislike for someone or something.

Haunt

To visit frequently; a place frequented by ghosts.

Hawk

A bird of prey known for its keen eyesight and hunting skills; to sell goods aggressively.

Heal

To make or become healthy again; to recover from injury or illness.

Heat

The quality of being hot; the energy transferred from one body to another due to temperature difference.

Height

The measurement of how tall something is; the distance from the base to the top.

Hero

A person admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.

Hint

A small piece of advice or information; to suggest something indirectly.

Hive

A structure where bees live and produce honey; a place of activity.

Hobby

An activity done for pleasure during one’s free time.

Honor

High respect or esteem; to regard or treat with respect.

House

A building for human habitation; a household or family living together.

Hum

A low, continuous sound; to make such a sound with one’s mouth.

Humble

Modest or low in rank; not proud or arrogant.

Humor

The quality of being amusing or entertaining; a mood or state of mind.

Hurt

To cause physical pain or injury; to feel pain or distress.

Hurdle

An obstacle or barrier to overcome; to jump over such an obstacle in a race.

Hygiene

Conditions or practices conducive to maintaining health and preventing disease.

Hypothesis

A proposed explanation for a phenomenon, to be tested through research or experimentation.