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MEAN

6 pts

MEAN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points. MEAN means "inferior in grade, quality, or character".

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adjective

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

inferior in grade, quality, or character

In a sentence: "It is mean."

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Add one letter after MEAN. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).

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Letter Values

M3
E1
A1
N1
= 6

MEAN Scrabble FAQ

Is MEAN a Scrabble word?
MEAN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points.
What does MEAN mean?
inferior in grade, quality, or character
How do you use MEAN in a sentence?
In a sentence: "It is mean."
How many points is MEAN worth in Scrabble?
MEAN is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept MEAN?
MEAN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to MEAN?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes MEANS, MEANT, MEANY. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.