How this list works
A word is listed here if “th” appears anywhere inside it. For a group of letters, the whole group must sit side by side, in that order. Common words come first and are marked with a small dot; switch Common words only off to add the rare ones. Each page shows up to 300 words.
Need the letters in any order, or spread out across the word? Use words with letters instead.
Ways to use words containing TH
Teaching and learning
Lists built around one letter group make spelling tests and flash cards easy to put together. Copy the common words, or download the whole list.
Puzzle solving
A known chunk of letters narrows a search a lot. Combine this list with the length tabs, or use the advanced word search for patterns, exclusions and more.
Just for fun
Some letter groups hide in surprising places. Scroll the rare words for the oddest ones you can find.
What you'll find in this list
Common words are listed first because they're the ones you're most likely to need – in puzzles, lessons and everyday writing. The rarer words further down are worth a look too, especially if you enjoy unusual vocabulary.
Every word has a three-dot menu with a short definition (when we have one), its syllables, and links to rhymes and anagrams. Tap Save to keep a word under Your words in this browser.
More ways to search
- Words that start with or words that end in any letters.
- Words with letters you choose, in any order.
- Two letters anywhere in a word, as in words with Q and Z.
- The advanced word search for patterns, excluded letters and parts of speech.
Questions
How many words contain TH?
Our dictionary has 5,703 words with TH in them. Of those, 1,588 are common everyday words.
Do the letters have to be next to each other?
Yes, when you search for more than one letter: they must appear together, in the order shown. To find words that contain letters in any order, use words with letters.
What is the longest word containing TH?
In our list it's anthropocentric, with 15 letters. Use the length tabs above the list to browse other long words.
What are some common words with TH in them?
A few everyday examples are youth, think, then, other, mother. Common words come first in the list and are marked with a small dot.
Can I find words that contain TH and start with a certain letter?
Yes. Type the letter into the starts with box above the list, or add an ending in the ends with box. The list updates as you type.
Last updated October 2, 2026