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GAIN
5 ptsGAIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points. GAIN means "to acquire".
verb
Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word
Dictionary Definition
to acquire
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Front hooks
Add one letter before GAIN. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.
Back hooks
Add one letter after GAIN. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).
Shorter words from these letters
Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in GAIN, without blank tiles.
Word forms
Related words
Letter Values
G2
A1
I1
N1
= 5
GAIN Scrabble FAQ
- Is GAIN a Scrabble word?
- GAIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points.
- How many points is GAIN worth in Scrabble?
- GAIN is worth 5 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
- Which dictionaries accept GAIN?
- GAIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
- Can you add a letter to GAIN?
- In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes AGAIN, GAINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.