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FORBEAR

12 pts

FORBEAR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points. FORBEAR means "to refrain from".

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verb

Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word

Dictionary Definition

to refrain from

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

Shorter words from these letters

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

Word forms

Letter Values

F4
O1
R1
B3
E1
A1
R1
= 12

FORBEAR Scrabble FAQ

Is FORBEAR a Scrabble word?
FORBEAR is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 12 points.
How many points is FORBEAR worth in Scrabble?
FORBEAR is worth 12 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
Which dictionaries accept FORBEAR?
FORBEAR is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
Can you add a letter to FORBEAR?
In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes FORBEARS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.