Random Spelling Word Generator
Random spelling words by grade level.
Running a spelling bee or building a weekly quiz? This draws one word at a time from 171 words sorted into four grade bands — 50 for K-2, 41 for 3-5, and 40 each for 6-8 and 9-12 — and shows the letter count under every word. The export button downloads the full list for the selected band, so one click gives you a printable study sheet.
Choose. Pick a grade band: K-2, 3-5, 6-8, or 9-12.
Click Get a word to see a result.
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How it works
- Choose. Pick a grade band: K-2, 3-5, 6-8, or 9-12.
- Draw. Click "Get a word" for a random spelling word.
- Print. Use export to download the full word list for that grade band.
- Repeat. Turn on no-repeats to work through a band without duplicate words.
Frequently asked questions
How are words matched to grade levels?
Each band draws from its own hand-picked list roughly aligned with typical spelling curricula: 50 words for K-2, 41 for 3-5, and 40 each for 6-8 and 9-12.
Can I get the whole list instead of one word at a time?
Yes. The CSV export contains every word in the currently selected grade band, not just the word on screen, so a single download produces a complete printable study list.
If I switch grade bands, does no-repeats reset?
Each band keeps its own used-word memory, so working through 3-5 doesn't affect K-2. A band's memory clears automatically once you've drawn every word it contains.
Why is the letter count shown under each word?
It helps when you're calling words aloud in a bee — you can confirm at a glance that the speller has attempted every letter before you rule on the answer.
Can I use these words for hangman instead?
You could, but the hangman word generator on this site is built for that game: it keeps the word hidden behind a reveal button and adds category and difficulty filters.
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Further reading
- Hosting hangman without anyone peeking at the word
Whoever draws the hangman word usually sees it on screen first, spoiling it for the group. Here's how a hidden-until-revealed word generator lets one host run the game off a shared screen without leaking the answer.
- A spelling list that never repeats the same 20 words
Recycling the same spelling list gives an unfair edge to whoever studied it last time. Here's a routine — a timed daily warmup, a no-repeat weekly draw you can export and print, and matching grade band to real ability — that keeps spelling practice fresh all year.