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GAIN

5 pts

GAIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 5 points. GAIN means "to acquire".

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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.

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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.