Pictionary Word Generator
Need something to draw, fast? This free Pictionary word generator picks a random word from 280 drawable ideas, grouped from easy to hard. Choose your word lists, set a timer if you want one, and let the artist peek.
Ready?
Only the artist should look. Tap to see the word.
How to use the Pictionary word generator
Choose one or more word lists, then tap Get a word. The word stays hidden behind the ready screen, so hand the device to the artist and let only them tap to see it.
Words do not repeat until you reset, and the optional timer shows Time! when the round is over. Mixing an easy list with a harder one is a simple way to let younger and older players share a game.
Drawing game rules in short
The artist draws the word without letters, numbers or talking, and everyone else guesses out loud. The first correct guess wins a point, and the next player takes the pencil.
With teams, give the artist 60 seconds and play in turns. With little ones, skip the timer altogether: guessing together is half the fun.
Which words for which age
Ages 4 to 6: the Easy lists (First Drawings, Animals, Food) are made of things a child can draw with a few circles and lines. Ages 7 to 9: add the Medium lists around the house, outdoors and things that go.
Ages 10 and up: Places and Scenes needs a small picture with several parts, and Tricky Words asks players to draw an idea, like shadow or gravity. Grown-ups get a fair challenge here too.
If your youngest is not drawing yet, the free Guessy Kids app for iOS and Android is a picture guessing game rather than a drawing app: the phone shows a picture, everyone else acts it out, and the guesser tilts the phone to answer. See [how to play](/en/how-to-play/).
*Pictionary is a trademark of Mattel. Guessy Kids is not affiliated with Mattel.*
FAQ
What is a Pictionary word generator?
It is a tool that picks a random word to draw, so the artist gets a surprise and nobody else sees it. This one draws from 280 words in 8 lists, sorted from easy to hard.
Is the Pictionary generator free?
Yes. It runs in your browser, with no sign-up and no limit on how many words you draw.
What are easy things to draw for Pictionary with kids?
Simple objects with a clear shape work best: sun, house, ball, fish, apple, kite, snowman. See our [Pictionary words for kids](/en/blog/pictionary-words-for-kids/) for more than 150 ideas by difficulty.
How long should each drawing round be?
Around 60 seconds suits most school age kids. For children under 6, skip the timer and let the round end when someone guesses.
Can I use it in a classroom?
Yes. Put it on a projector or a tablet, pick the lists that fit your class, and let the artist come up to look at the word before drawing on the board.
Make tonight the loud kind of evening
Download Guessy Kids, pick your first category and hold the phone to your forehead. The laughing part takes care of itself.