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WAS

6 pts

WAS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points. WAS is a verb form of be. BE means "to have actuality".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Definition and meaning

WAS is a verb form of be. BE means "to have actuality".

In a sentence: "They was."

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Base words

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Front hooks

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

Back hooks

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

Shorter words from these letters

Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in WAS, without blank tiles.

Letter Values

W4
A1
S1
= 6

WAS Scrabble FAQ

Is WAS a Scrabble word?
WAS is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points.
What does WAS mean?
WAS is a verb form of be. BE means "to have actuality".
How do you use WAS in a sentence?
In a sentence: "They was."
How many points is WAS worth in Scrabble?
WAS is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept WAS?
WAS is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to WAS?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes TWAS, WASH, WASP, WAST. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.