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BIDE
7 ptsBIDE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points. BIDE is a verb form of wait. WAIT means "to stay in expectation of".
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verb
Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word
Definition and meaning
BIDE is a verb form of wait. WAIT means "to stay in expectation of".
In a sentence: "They bide."
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Letter Values
B3
I1
D2
E1
= 7
BIDE Scrabble FAQ
- Is BIDE a Scrabble word?
- BIDE is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points.
- What does BIDE mean?
- BIDE is a verb form of wait. WAIT means "to stay in expectation of".
- How do you use BIDE in a sentence?
- In a sentence: "They bide."
- How many points is BIDE worth in Scrabble?
- BIDE is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
- Which dictionaries accept BIDE?
- BIDE is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
- Can you add a letter to BIDE?
- In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes ABIDE, BIDET. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.