Illustrated Shuka scene — AI-generated artwork behind this national dress's word search puzzle
This Shuka word search hides 12 words on a 15×15 grid — its fabrics, its layers, and the occasions it is worn for. Trace each one with a finger or mouse and it locks in as soon as the whole word is covered. No signup, no download.
Words to find: SHUKA, WOOL, COTTON, PLAID, CHECK, STRIPE, INDIGO, OCHRE, BEADS, BRACELET, ANKLET, NECKLACE.
Every word on the list appears exactly once. Words can run forwards or backwards, so scan both directions before you move on.
Shuka word list, defined
WOOL/wʊl/ · noun
A soft, thick, and fibrous natural or synthetic textile fiber, or a fabric made from such fibers. Related: fleece, yarn, thread, fiber.
COTTON/ˈkɒt.ən/ (UK); /ˈkɑː.t̬ən/ (US) · noun
A soft, fluffy white fiber that surrounds the seeds of the cotton plant and is spun into thread or yarn for making textiles; also the plant itself or fabric woven from this fiber. Related: fabric, textile, cloth, thread.
PLAID/pleɪd/ · noun
A type of textile pattern, typically consisting of crossed stripes of different colors, often associated with traditional Scottish and Irish clothing. In modern usage, the term can also refer to a style of clothing or fabric featuring this pattern. Related: tartan, checkered, striped, gingham.
CHECK/tʃɛk/ · noun and verb
As a verb, to examine something in order to verify its accuracy, condition, or correctness; as a noun, an examination or inspection, or (US) a written order directing a bank to pay money. Related: inspect, examine, verify, review.
STRIPE/strɪp/ · noun, verb
A long, narrow piece of fabric, especially one used as a decorative element or to indicate a particular status or affiliation. To mark or decorate something with stripes. Related: band, strip, ribbon, sash.
INDIGO/ˈɪndɪɡoʊ/ · noun, adjective
A deep blue colour, often associated with the plant Indigofera tinctoria, which yields a blue dye. A dark blue or violet colour, often used in art and design. Related: blue, navy, azure, sapphire.
OCHRE/ɒkər/ · noun
A naturally occurring earth pigment, typically reddish-brown in colour. A warm, earthy colour. Related: beige, sienna, terracotta, umber.
BEADS/biːdz/ · noun
Small, typically round objects with a hole through them, made of glass, wood, plastic, stone, or other material, and strung together on a thread or wire to make jewelry and decorations. The term also refers to the individual pieces themselves, collectively or in strings such as prayer beads. Related: trinkets, ornaments, charms, baubles.
BRACELET/ˈbreɪslət/ · noun
A decorative band or chain worn around the wrist or arm as an ornament. Related: bangle, armlet, wristband, band.
ANKLET/ˈæŋklət/ · noun
An anklet is an ornamental chain, band, or bracelet worn around the ankle. The word can also refer to a short sock that reaches just above the ankle. Related: ankle bracelet, ankle chain, anklet sock, trainer sock.
NECKLACE/ˈnɛk.sɛl/ · noun
A chain or cord worn around the neck, typically for decorative purposes, or a series of objects, such as beads or pearls, strung together and worn around the neck. Related: chain, collar, pendant, bracelet.