Illustrated Harp scene — AI-generated artwork behind this musical instrument's word search puzzle
Play a Harp word search free online. We built the 12-word list around its parts, its materials, and how it is played, then scattered it across a 15×15 grid — horizontal, vertical and diagonal. Find them all to clear the board.
Words to find: HARP, PILLAR, NECK, SOUNDBOARD, FRAME, PEDAL, LEVER, TUNING, GUTSTRUNG, NYLON, METAL, WOOD.
Words run in any of eight directions, backwards included — if one refuses to turn up, try reading the grid right to left.
Harp word list, defined
HARP/hɑːrp/ · noun
A stringed musical instrument played by plucking its strings with the fingers. Related: lyre, kithara, zither, guitar.
PILLAR/ˈpɪlər/ · noun
A large vertical column or post, typically made of stone, brick, or concrete, used as a support for a building or structure. A person or thing that provides support or stability. Related: column, post, support, stay.
NECK/nɛk/ · noun, verb
The part of the body connecting the head to the torso, or to turn or twist something so that the front or top is facing in a different direction. Related: throat, nape, chin, collar.
SOUNDBOARD/ˈsaʊndbɔːd/ · noun
A panel or device containing a set of buttons or keys that trigger pre-recorded sounds, often used in audio production or as a novelty item. A soundboard can also refer to a physical or digital interface for controlling audio equipment. Related: audio panel, sound effects board, voice changer, voice modifier.
FRAME/fræm/ · noun, verb
A frame is a structure of wood, metal, or plastic that holds something together, such as a picture frame or a bicycle frame. To frame something means to surround or enclose it in a frame. Related: border, enclosure, outline, picture frame.
PEDAL/ˈpiːdəl/ · noun, verb
A pedal is a foot-operated lever, typically used to control a machine or instrument. To pedal means to press down on a pedal with one's foot. Related: press, operate, control, regulate.
LEVER/ˈlɛvər/ · noun
A bar or beam pivoted on a fulcrum, used to lift or move heavy weights, or a device that operates by pivoting on a fulcrum. Related: bar, beam, pivot, fulcrum.
TUNING/tjuːnɪŋ/ · noun, verb
The process of adjusting or setting the pitch or frequency of a musical instrument or a sound to a desired standard. The act of adjusting or setting something to a desired standard or condition. Related: adjustment, calibration, fine-tuning, pitching.
NYLON/ˈnaɪlɒn/ · noun
A synthetic polymer used in textiles, particularly in clothing and upholstery, known for its strength, elasticity, and resistance to abrasion and chemicals. Related: polyester, spandex, polypropylene, polyethylene.
METAL/ˈmɛtəl/ · noun, verb
A naturally occurring inorganic solid substance with a characteristic high density and a crystalline structure, composed of atoms of a metal element, such as iron, copper, or gold. To cover or coat with a thin layer of metal. Related: metallic, metallically, metallurgy, mineral.
WOOD/wʊd/ · noun, verb
A hard fibrous tissue found in the stems and roots of trees and shrubs, used for fuel, timber, and other purposes. To cover or decorate with wood, especially in a rough or ornamental manner. Related: lumber, timber, plank, panel.