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CONTAIN
9 ptsCONTAIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points. CONTAIN means "to hold within".
verb
Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word
Dictionary Definition
to hold within
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Add one letter after CONTAIN. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).
Shorter words from these letters
Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in CONTAIN, without blank tiles.
Word forms
Related words
Letter Values
C3
O1
N1
T1
A1
I1
N1
= 9
CONTAIN Scrabble FAQ
- Is CONTAIN a Scrabble word?
- CONTAIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 9 points.
- How many points is CONTAIN worth in Scrabble?
- CONTAIN is worth 9 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
- Which dictionaries accept CONTAIN?
- CONTAIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
- Can you add a letter to CONTAIN?
- In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes CONTAINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.