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WAIT

7 pts

WAIT is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points. WAIT means "to stay in expectation of".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

to stay in expectation of

In a sentence: "They wait."

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Add one letter before WAIT. Scores are base word totals before board bonuses.

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 NWL2023 (US). It scores 7 points.
What does WAIT mean?
to stay in expectation of
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 NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes AWAIT. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.