Compilation of common English words starting with M

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Compilation of common English words starting with M

I. Compilation of English words starting with M by part of speech
II. English idioms starting with M
III. Vocabulary exercises on English words starting with M (with answers)

I. Compilation of English words starting with M by part of speech

Below is a comprehensive list of English words starting with M, categorized into nouns, verbs, adjectives, and adverbs. Each part of speech plays a unique role in a sentence, allowing for flexible and precise expression. Let’s explore them in detail with PREP!

1. Nouns start with M

How many 5 letter words starting with M? Can you find and give me your answer?

All words beginning with M	Pronunciation	Definition	Example
Machine	/məˈʃiːn/	A piece of equipment with moving parts that uses power to do a particular job.	This *machine* is used for packaging products.
Magazine	/ˌmæɡəˈziːn/	A type of thin book with a paper cover that contains articles, photographs, etc., and is published regularly.	I read a *magazine* every week.
Magnitude	/ˈmæɡnɪtuːd/	The great size or importance of something.	We must assess the *magnitude* of the damage.
Maintenance	/ˈmeɪntənəns/	The act of keeping something in good condition by checking or repairing it regularly.	Regular *maintenance* keeps machines running efficiently.
Manager	/ˈmænɪdʒər/	A person who is in charge of running a business, a shop/store, or a sports team.	The *manager* of our department is very supportive.
Mansion	/ˈmænʃn/	A large impressive house.	That old *mansion* is rumored to be haunted.
Manual	/ˈmænjuəl/	A book that tells you how to do or operate something.	Read the *manual* carefully before using the device.
Manufacturer	/ˌmænjuˈfæktʃərər/	A person or company that produces goods in large quantities.	This car *manufacturer* is known for its quality.
Market	/ˈmɑːrkɪt/	A place where people buy and sell goods; the business of buying and selling.	Our local *market* sells fresh vegetables.
Marriage	/ˈmærɪdʒ/	The legal relationship between two people who are married to each other.	Their *marriage* ceremony was held in a church.
Master	/ˈmæstər/	A person who is very skilled at something.	He is a *master* of kung fu.
Material	/məˈtɪriəl/	A substance that things can be made from; information used when writing something.	We need extra *material* for this project.
Math	/mæθ/	The study of numbers, shapes, and space.	She excels at *math*.
Meaning	/ˈmiːnɪŋ/	What a word, phrase, or symbol represents; the purpose of something.	The *meaning* of this word is unclear.
Measurement	/ˈmeʒərmənt/	The act of finding the size, length, or amount of something.	Take accurate *measurements* before cutting the wood.
Medicine	/ˈmedɪsn/	A substance used for treating illness; the study and treatment of diseases.	He studied *medicine* in college.
Member	/ˈmembər/	A person, animal, or thing that belongs to a group.	She’s a *member* of the school’s basketball team.
Memory	/ˈmeməri/	The ability to remember things; something that you remember.	I have a vivid *memory* of my childhood home.
Message	/ˈmesɪdʒ/	A piece of written or spoken information sent to someone.	I left a *message* on his phone.
Method	/ˈmeθəd/	A way of doing something, especially a planned way.	This *method* is often used in scientific research.
Middle	/ˈmɪdl/	The part that is in the center of something.	Don’t stand in the *middle* of the road.
Mindset	/ˈmaɪnd.set/	A set of attitudes or fixed ideas that someone has.	A positive *mindset* helps you learn better.
Minimum	/ˈmɪnɪməm/	The smallest amount that is possible or allowed.	We need a *minimum* of ten people to form a team.
Minister	/ˈmɪnɪstər/	A senior member of the government; a person who performs religious duties.	The *minister* announced a new policy.
Minute	/ˈmɪnɪt/	A period of time equal to 60 seconds.	There are 60 seconds in a *minute*.
Miracle	/ˈmɪrəkl/	An event that cannot be explained by science and is believed to be caused by God; a very surprising and lucky event.	It’s a *miracle* that he survived the accident.
Mischief	/ˈmɪstʃɪf/	Bad behavior, especially in children, that is not intended to cause serious harm.	The children got into *mischief* while playing outside.
Mission	/ˈmɪʃn/	An important task or duty given to a person or group.	The organization’s *mission* is to educate the youth.
Mistake	/mɪˈsteɪk/	An action or decision that is wrong.	Making a *mistake* is part of the learning process.
Model	/ˈmɑːdl/	A copy of something; a person employed to display clothes.	She works as a fashion *model*.
Mom	/mɑːm/	A mother (informal).	My *mom* always supports me in everything I do.
Midwife	/ˈmɪd.waɪf/	A person, usually a woman, who is trained to help women give birth.	The *midwife* was very experienced and caring.
Mouse	/maʊs/	A small animal with a long tail; a device used to control a computer.	My computer *mouse* is not working properly.
Mountain	/ˈmaʊntn/	A very high hill.	They climbed the highest *mountain* in the region.
Mail	/meɪl/	Letters and packages sent or delivered.	I received a lot of *mail* this morning.
Money	/ˈmʌni/	Coins or banknotes used to pay for things.	You should save some *money* for emergencies.
Melody	/ˈmelədi/	A sequence of musical notes that are pleasant to listen to.	The *melody* of this song is very catchy.
Mall	/mɔːl/ or /mæl/	A large building with many shops/stores inside.	Let’s go to the *mall* to do some shopping.
Me (pronoun)	/miː/	The object form of "I."	Could you help me with this task?
Mammal	/ˈmæm.əl/	A type of animal that gives birth to live young and feeds them with milk.	A whale is actually a *mammal*, not a fish.

2. Verbs beginning with M

List of M words	Pronunciation	Meaning	Example
Maintain	/meɪnˈteɪn/	To keep or preserve something	We must maintain a balanced diet.
Make	/meɪk/	To create or produce something	She can make her own clothes.
Manage	/ˈmænɪdʒ/	To control or handle something effectively	He has to manage his time effectively.
Manipulate	/məˈnɪpjuleɪt/	To control or influence something skillfully	She knows how to manipulate the data to get better results.
Manufacture	/ˌmænjuˈfæktʃər/	To produce goods, usually in large quantities	This factory manufactures high-end electronics.
Mark	/mɑːrk/	To indicate or highlight something	Mark the correct answers on your sheet.
Marry	/ˈmæri/	To enter into a marriage	They plan to marry next spring.
Match	/mætʃ/	To be similar or complementary	These colors match well.
Mate	/meɪt/	To pair or reproduce (in animals)	Birds usually mate in spring.
Measure	/ˈmeʒər/	To determine the size, amount, or degree of something	Please measure the table’s length.
Meditate	/ˈmedɪteɪt/	To focus the mind for relaxation or reflection	I like to meditate in the morning.
Meet	/miːt/	To come together or fulfill a requirement	We’ll meet at the library at 9 AM.
Melt	/melt/	To turn from solid to liquid	The ice will melt quickly in the sun.
Mend	/mend/	To repair or fix something	Could you mend my torn shirt?
Mention	/ˈmenʃn/	To refer to something briefly	He didn’t mention his new job.
Merge	/mɜːrdʒ/	To combine or join together	The two companies will merge next month.
Migrate	/ˈmaɪɡreɪt/	To move from one place to another	Birds migrate south in winter.
Minimize	/ˈmɪnɪmaɪz/	To reduce to the smallest amount	We need to minimize the risks.
Miss	/mɪs/	To fail to catch or long for something	I miss my family when I’m abroad.
Mix	/mɪks/	To combine different elements	Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
Model	/ˈmɑːdl/	To create a representation of something	The engineer tried to model the new design.
Modify	/ˈmɑːdɪfaɪ/	To alter or adjust something	We can modify the plan if needed.
Monitor	/ˈmɑːnɪtər/	To observe and check progress	Please monitor the progress of this project.
Motivate	/ˈmoʊtɪveɪt/	To inspire or encourage	Her success story motivates me to study harder.
Mount	/maʊnt/	To increase, rise, or climb	The pressure continues to mount as the deadline approaches.
Move	/muːv/	To change position or location	We decided to move to a bigger apartment.
Mug	/mʌɡ/	To attack and rob someone	He was mugged on his way home.
Multiply	/ˈmʌltɪplaɪ/	To increase in number	Bacteria multiply quickly in warm conditions.
Muster	/ˈmʌstər/	To gather or summon strength or courage	He had to muster all his courage to speak up.
Mutter	/ˈmʌtər/	To speak in a low, unclear voice	She muttered something under her breath.
Massage	/məˈsɑːʒ/ or /ˈmæsɑːʒ/	To rub or knead muscles for relaxation	She booked a full-body massage at the spa.
Make up (phr. v)	/meɪk ʌp/	To reconcile, invent a story, or apply cosmetics	They had an argument but later made up and went out for dinner.
Manifest	/ˈmænɪfest/	To display or show clearly	He manifested genuine concern for the environment by reducing plastic use.

3. Adjective begin with M

How many 3 letter words start with M? Can you find and give me your answer?

All words beginning with M	Pronunciation	Meaning	Example
Mad	/mæd/	Very angry or insane	Don’t get mad over small mistakes.
Magical	/ˈmædʒɪkl/	Having special, mysterious, or supernatural qualities	The show was absolutely magical.
Magnificent	/mæɡˈnɪfɪsnt/	Extremely beautiful and impressive	The palace looks magnificent at sunset.
Main	/meɪn/	Most important or largest	The main idea of the article is quite clear.
Majestic	/məˈdʒestɪk/	Large, beautiful, and impressive in a way that inspires admiration	The mountains are truly majestic in winter.
Major	/ˈmeɪdʒər/	Very important or serious	This is a major breakthrough in science.
Male	/meɪl/	Belonging to the sex that does not give birth	The male lion usually has a large mane.
Manageable	/ˈmænɪdʒəbl/	Possible to deal with or control	The tasks are manageable if you plan well.
Massive	/ˈmæsɪv/	Very large, heavy, or severe	The pyramid is a massive structure.
Mature	/məˈtjʊr/	Fully developed in body or mind	She’s very mature for her age.
Mean	/miːn/	Unkind or unwilling to share; also, having a value in the middle	Don’t be mean to your classmates.
Meek	/miːk/	Quiet, gentle, and easily controlled by others	He’s quite meek and rarely voices his opinions.
Melancholy	/ˈmelənkɑːli/	A deep feeling of sadness	She felt melancholy after watching the sad movie.
Mellow	/ˈmeloʊ/	Pleasantly smooth or soft; relaxed and easygoing	The music was so mellow and relaxing.
Merciful	/ˈmɜːrsɪfl/	Showing kindness and forgiveness	A merciful judge reduced his sentence.
Merry	/ˈmeri/	Cheerful and full of happiness	We had a merry evening at the party.
Messy	/ˈmesi/	Not neat or tidy	Her desk is always messy.
Metallic	/məˈtælɪk/	Having the appearance or qualities of metal	The paint has a metallic finish.
Methodical	/məˈθɒdɪkl/	Done in a careful and organized way	He’s very methodical in his research.
Mighty	/ˈmaɪti/	Very strong, powerful, or impressive	The mighty oak tree stood for centuries.
Mild	/maɪld/	Not strong or extreme (weather, flavor, etc.)	We’re expecting mild weather this weekend.
Mini	/ˈmɪni/	Very small in size	She wore a mini skirt to the party.
Minor	/ˈmaɪnər/	Less important or serious	It’s just a minor issue; we can solve it easily.
Misleading	/ˌmɪsˈliːdɪŋ/	Giving the wrong idea or impression	The ad is misleading because it exaggerates the product’s benefits.
Moderate	/ˈmɑːdərət/	Not extreme; average	You should maintain a moderate pace when jogging.
Modern	/ˈmɒdərn/	Relating to the present time; new and advanced	We live in a modern apartment building.
Monotonous	/məˈnɑːtənəs/	Dull and repetitive, lacking variety	The lecture was too monotonous and put me to sleep.
Moody	/ˈmuːdi/	Often changing mood and becoming unhappy or angry	He’s quite moody and unpredictable.
Moral	/ˈmɔːrəl/	Related to principles of right and wrong	It’s a moral dilemma we must carefully consider.
Mysterious	/mɪˈstɪriəs/	Difficult to understand or explain	The disappearance of the ship was mysterious.

4. Adverbs start with M

How many 6 letter words start with M? Can you find and give me your answer?

List of M words	Pronunciation	Definition	Example
Madly	/ˈmædli/	In a wild or uncontrolled way	She madly rushed to catch the bus.
Magically	/ˈmædʒɪkli/	In a way that seems impossible or supernatural	The flowers magically appeared overnight.
Mainly	/ˈmeɪnli/	Mostly or primarily	The audience was mainly students.
Majestically	/məˈdʒestɪkli/	In a grand or impressive manner	Eagles majestically soar above the mountains.
Massively	/ˈmæsɪvli/	To a very large extent or size	The stadium was massively built to hold 50,000 people.
Materially	/məˈtɪriəli/	In a way that relates to money, possessions, or practical matters	The project didn’t materially affect our budget.
Mechanically	/məˈkænɪkli/	In a way that lacks thought or feeling; like a machine	She repeated the words mechanically, without understanding.
Medically	/ˈmedɪkli/	In relation to medicine or health	He was medically unfit to continue the test.
Mentally	/ˈmentəli/	Relating to the mind or thinking	You need to be mentally prepared for the exam.
Merely	/ˈmɪrli/	Only; just	It’s merely a suggestion, not a rule.
Merrily	/ˈmerɪli/	In a happy or cheerful way	They were chatting merrily all night.
Meticulously	/məˈtɪkjələsli/	With great attention to detail; very carefully	She checked the report meticulously for errors.
Mightily	/ˈmaɪtɪli/	With great strength or effort	He tried mightily to pass the test.
Mildly	/ˈmaɪldli/	To a small degree; slightly	I was only mildly surprised by the news.
Minimally	/ˈmɪnɪməli/	To the smallest possible extent	They were minimally affected by the policy change.
Miraculously	/mɪˈrækjələsli/	In a way that is surprising and difficult to believe	He miraculously recovered from the accident.
Moderately	/ˈmɑːdərətli/	To a reasonable degree, not excessively	Exercise moderately to maintain health.
Momentarily	/ˌmoʊmənˈterəli/	For a very short time	She paused momentarily before answering.
Morally	/ˈmɔːrəli/	In a way that is based on principles of right and wrong	He felt morally obligated to help.
Moreover	/mɔːrˈoʊvər/	In addition; besides	Moreover, we need additional funding.
Mostly	/ˈmoʊstli/	For the most part; mainly	The attendees were mostly university students.
Mutually	/ˈmjuːtʃuəli/	In a way that is shared by both or all people involved	They came to a mutually beneficial agreement.
Mysteriously	/mɪˈstɪriəsli/	In a strange or unexplained way	The lights turned off mysteriously.
Meanly	/ˈmiːnli/	In a cruel or unkind way	He spoke meanly to his younger brother.
Manageably	/ˈmænɪdʒəbli/	In a way that can be controlled or handled	The tasks are manageably split among the team.
Musically	/ˈmjuːzɪkli/	In a way that relates to music	She is musically talented, playing four instruments.
Markedly	/ˈmɑːrkɪdli/	In a way that is easy to notice	Her English has improved markedly this year.
Marvelously	/ˈmɑːrvələsli/	In an extremely good or impressive way	He performed marvelously in the concert.
Morosely	/məˈroʊsli/	In a sad or gloomy way	She stared morosely out the window.
Mesmerizingly	/ˈmez.mə.raɪ.zɪŋ.li/	In a way that captures complete attention; fascinatingly	The dancer moved mesmerizingly across the stage.

II. English idioms starting with M

Next, let’s explore some common English idioms that begin with the letter M.

Make ends meet: Earn enough to cover one’s living expenses.
Example: They struggle to make ends meet on such a small salary.
Make up one’s mind: Decide.
Example: You need to make up your mind about which job to accept.
Meet someone halfway: Compromise or make concessions to reach an agreement.
Example: If you want to get along, you should meet him halfway.
Make a mountain out of a molehill: Exaggerate a small issue.
Example: Don’t make a mountain out of a molehill. It’s a minor problem.
Music to one’s ears: Something pleasant to hear.
Example: Her approval was music to my ears.
Mind one’s own business: Focus on one’s own matters and avoid interfering in others’.
Example: I wish you’d mind your own business.
Miss the boat: Miss an opportunity.
Example: If you don’t apply now, you might miss the boat.
Move heaven and earth: Do everything possible to achieve something.
Example: She’ll move heaven and earth to get her daughter into that school.
My hands are tied: Unable to take action due to restrictions.
Example: I’d like to help you, but my hands are tied.
Make waves: Cause a significant impact or stir controversy.
Example: Her innovative ideas really made waves in the industry.

III. Vocabulary exercises on English words starting with M (with answers)

In this section, let’s reinforce your knowledge by practicing some exercises related to English words that start with the letter M!

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Mastering English words that begin with M not only boosts your confidence in communication but also opens up more opportunities for learning and research. Keep reviewing and applying them in real-life situations to retain them effortlessly. This is a solid stepping stone for you to advance further in your English learning journey!

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