A collection of words that start with “de”. Perfect for shiritori and word games.
How many words starting with “de” can you think of?
When it’s your turn with “de” in shiritori, or when a word game asks for words that start with “de,” it’s often hard to come up with something on the spot, isn’t it?
So in this article, we’ll introduce words that start with “de,” organized by character length!
We’ve focused on everyday items and things you often see, so they should be easy to picture.
Feel free to use this from kids to adults—regardless of age!
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4 letters (1–10)
digital camera
It’s an abbreviation for digital camera.
They’ve become less conspicuous with the spread of smartphones equipped with high-performance cameras, but if you’re in your 30s or older, you’ve probably used a digital camera for your child’s sports day or on trips, right?
debut
The word “debut” is used when a newcomer steps into the spotlight for the first time.
I’m sure you’ve heard expressions like “idol debut” or “major debut.”
5 characters (1–10)
Disney
There are so many things that come to mind when you hear “Disney,” like those hugely popular theme parks, films, and music.
Still, do most people picture Mickey Mouse’s face first?
Designer
Designers who create visual works that move people’s hearts.
In Japan as well, there are many designers active on the global stage, such as Kashiwa Sato and Junko Koshino.
Disadvantages
When we move things forward or take on something new, we always consider what the downsides are, right? It’s the opposite of advantages—what we call shortcomings in Japanese.
6 characters (1–10)
Display
A display, simply put, is a TV-like screen you connect to a computer.
The term can also refer to exhibitions of products and the like.
Many people probably make use of large displays for work, don’t they?
electronic mail (email)
I think many people shorten it to “mail,” but the official term is “electronic mail.” It’s used for exchanging text and data via computers and smartphones.