370+ Nouns that Start with L in English • 7ESL (2024)

Most nouns that start with L are proper nouns and this is a good place to introduce some of the less widely-used words that start with L.

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Nouns that Start with L

What Are Nouns that Start with L?

Nouns are words that are capable of standing on their own. They can be quantified and have the capability to be pluralized, possessive form, have a singular form, and be treated as a pronoun.

There are many different types of nouns in the English language, each designed to serve a different purpose in an English sentence. Proper nouns refer to one specific person, place, or thing of which only one example exists. These nouns always start with a capital letter to denote the respect or importance given to them and used in formal writing contexts.

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Common Nouns That Start with L

Nouns	Examples
Ladder	Please be careful while climbing the ladder.
Lady	The lady across the street always waves hello.
Lake	We went swimming in the lake yesterday.
Lamb	The farmer raised lambs for their wool.
Lamp	Can you turn on the lamp so we can see better?
Land	The ship will soon reach land.
Language	Learning a new language can be challenging.
Laptop	She brought her laptop to the coffee shop to work.
Larynx	The singer strained his larynx during the performance.
Lash	She used a lash curler to make her eyelashes look longer.
Lass	The young lass was picking flowers in the field.
Last	This is your last chance to turn in your homework.
Latte	I usually order a latte when I go to the coffee shop.
Laugh	Her infectious laugh always makes me smile.
Laundry	I need to do laundry this weekend.
Law	He studied law at Harvard University.
Lawn	The lawn needs to be mowed.
Lawyer	My friend is a lawyer and works at a law firm.
Leader	The company needs a strong leader to guide it.
Leaf	The autumn leaves were red and gold.
League	The soccer league has games every Saturday.
Learning	Learning new things is always exciting.
Leather	This jacket is made of genuine leather.
Lecture	The professor gave a lecture on astrophysics.
Left	The car turned left at the intersection.
Leg	He broke his leg while skiing.
Legend	The legend of King Arthur has been told for centuries.
Leisure	I enjoy reading in my leisure time.
Lemon	She squeezed a lemon into the tea for extra flavor.
Length	The length of the bridge is over 1 mile.
Lens	The camera lens was dirty and needed to be cleaned.
Leopard	The leopard is a large and powerful feline.
Lesson	The teacher gave us a lesson on fractions.
Letter	I received a letter from my pen pal in Japan.
Level	The water in the lake has reached a dangerously high level.
Library	I spent all day studying in the library.
License	He needs a license to drive a car.
Life	Life is full of surprises.
Lift	The lift was out of order, so we took the stairs to the fifth floor.
Light	The room was dark until she turned on the light.
Lightning	The lightning struck the tree and caused a fire.
Lighthouse	The lighthouse guided ships safely to shore.
Lily	She planted lilies in her garden for their beautiful flowers.
Lime	Can you pass me a slice of lime for my drink?
Limit	There is a limit to how much you can eat.
Line	She drew a straight line across the paper.
Link	The article had a link to a related story.
Lion	The lion is known as the king of the jungle.

Abstract Nouns That Start with L

Nouns	Examples
Love	“She felt a deep love for her husband.”
Leadership	“The company’s success was largely due to the strong leadership of its CEO.”
Loyalty	“His loyalty to his country was unwavering.”
Liberty	“The Statue of Liberty is a symbol of freedom and liberty.”
Loneliness	“After her husband passed away, she struggled with loneliness.”
Longevity	“The longevity of the company can be attributed to its innovative products.”
Learning	“The school provides an excellent environment for learning.“
Logic	“She used logic to solve the complex problem.“
Laughter	“Her infectious laughter brightened up the room.”
Life	“Life is unpredictable, so we should make the most of it.”
Light	“The light from the sun is what sustains life on Earth.”
Literature	“Shakespeare is considered one of the greatest writers in English literature.”
Language	“Learning a new language can open up many opportunities.”
Law	“The police officer upheld the law and arrested the suspect.”
Labor	“The hard work and labor put into the project paid off in the end.”
Leisure	“During her leisure time, she enjoys reading and hiking.”
Luminosity	“The luminosity of the stars in the night sky is truly breathtaking.”
Likeness	“There is a strong likeness between the two paintings, even though they were created by different artists.”
Liability	“The company faced a lawsuit due to its liability for the faulty product.”
Listener	“A good therapist is not just a speaker, but also a good listener.”
Localism	“Localism is the belief that local issues and solutions should be prioritized over national or global ones.”
Longing	“She couldn’t shake off the feeling of longing for her home country.”
Loudness	“The loudness of the music was so intense that it made her ears ring.”
Largesse	“The billionaire’s largesse made him a beloved figure in the community.”
Latitude	“The latitude of the city determines its climate and weather patterns.”
Literacy	“The government launched a campaign to improve literacy rates in rural areas.”
Leniency	“The judge showed leniency towards the first-time offender and gave her a lighter sentence.”
Legitimacy	“The legitimacy of the election results was questioned by many voters.”
Liveliness	“The lively music and colorful decorations added to the liveliness of the party.”

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Positive Nouns That Start with L

Nouns	Example Sentences
Love	She felt an overwhelming love for her newborn baby.
Laughter	The sound of children’s laughter filled the playground.
Light	The room was filled with light from the large windows.
Luck	Winning the lottery was a stroke of luck that changed his life forever.
Liberty	The Declaration of Independence declared that all people have the right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.
Learning	Her learning of Spanish started in high school.
Leadership	The team’s success was due in large part to the strong leadership of their coach.
Liveliness	The liveliness of the party was contagious.
Luxury	He enjoyed the luxury of having his own private jet.
Laud	The film received widespread laud for its powerful storytelling and brilliant performances.
Longevity	Good health habits can increase longevity.
Loyalty	The dog’s loyalty to his owner never wavered, even in the toughest of times.
Luminary	The renowned scientist was a true luminary in his field, making groundbreaking discoveries that changed the world.
Listener	She was a compassionate listener who always made time to hear other people’s problems.
Legend	The legend of King Arthur is a famous example of a traditional story.
Logic	Using logic and reason, she was able to solve complex problem with ease.
Levity	His jokes and lighthearted humor brought some much-needed levity to the tense situation.
Lionhearted	The firefighter’s lionhearted bravery saved countless lives during the dangerous blaze.
Lifeblood	The volunteers were the lifeblood of the charity, working tirelessly to help those in need.
Luminescence	The natural luminescence of the glowing jellyfish was a breathtaking sight to behold.

Proper Nouns That Start with L

London
Los Angeles
Liverpool
Lexus
Louis Vuitton
Lincoln
Lufthansa
Lego
Lockheed Martin
L’Oreal
Lamborghini
Las Vegas
Leonardo da Vinci
LeBron James
Lionel Messi
Lord of the Rings
Louvre Museum
Lake Tahoe
Liberty Bell
Little Women

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List of Nouns that Start with L

Here is the list of nouns that start with L in the English language.

Nouns that Start with L with their Meanings

Lead

A person who directs; a person who follows or supports

Leader

An individual who leads an organization, movement, or group; a teacher of leadership

Leadership

The act of leading (usually followed by to); the qualities of a leader

Leadsman

A leader in a profession; is one selected as the first choice for election to public office

Leash

A short chain used to restrain animals

Leashman

Someone who tethers or controls animals

Leaf

An immature plant bearing leaves

Leafhopper

Any insect belonging to the order Hemiptera

Leaflet

Small flying leaflike object, usually transparent and buoyant

Leafmold

Mold on leaves, decaying leaves, or any mold growing on leaf litter

League

A group of sports teams or clubs working together to promote and maintain a sport; an alliance of independent nations or states, as for mutual aid.

Leather

The material used for making shoes, jackets, and other garments

Leisure

The ability to use one’s free time productively

Lemon

An edible citrus fruit, Citrus limon, has a bitter white flesh and many seeds or yellowish-orange short with thick peel and seedless flesh.

Lemonade

A drink made from lemon juice or lemon slices; a sweetened beverage containing lemon juice, sugar, water and usually flavored with mint or other herbs

Lesson

Instruction; example; a lecture

Leukemia

An incurable disease that causes the red cells in the blood to multiply out of control

Level

A horizontal surface or line

Levee

A levee is also called a dam, wall, or embankment with a lock capable of withstanding pressure from large volumes of water; a levee is built across river valleys in order to prevent flooding and to provide water storage so that water can be supplied to settlements and farms

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