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WAIT
7 ptsWAIT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 7 points. WAIT means "remain inactive in expectation (of something)".
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verb
Valid CSW (UK) Scrabble Word
Definition and meaning
remain inactive in expectation (of something)
In a sentence: "They wait."
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Front hooks
Add one letter before WAIT. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.
Back hooks
Add one letter after WAIT. Every word is valid in CSW24 (International).
Shorter words from these letters
Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in WAIT, without blank tiles.
Letter Values
W4
A1
I1
T1
= 7
WAIT Scrabble FAQ
- Is WAIT a Scrabble word?
- WAIT is a valid Scrabble word in CSW24 (International). It scores 7 points.
- What does WAIT mean?
- remain inactive in expectation (of something)
- How do you use WAIT in a sentence?
- In a sentence: "They wait."
- How many points is WAIT worth in Scrabble?
- WAIT is worth 7 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
- Which dictionaries accept WAIT?
- WAIT is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
- Can you add a letter to WAIT?
- In CSW24 (International), adding one letter at the front or back makes AWAIT, WAITE, WAITS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.