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STRAIN
6 ptsSTRAIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points. STRAIN means "to exert to the utmost".
verb
Valid NWL (US) Scrabble Word
Dictionary Definition
to exert to the utmost
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Add one letter after STRAIN. Every word is valid in NWL2023 (US).
Shorter words from these letters
Up to 12 highest-scoring shorter words using only the letters in STRAIN, without blank tiles.
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Letter Values
S1
T1
R1
A1
I1
N1
= 6
STRAIN Scrabble FAQ
- Is STRAIN a Scrabble word?
- STRAIN is a valid Scrabble word in NWL2023 (US). It scores 6 points.
- How many points is STRAIN worth in Scrabble?
- STRAIN is worth 6 Scrabble points before board bonuses.
- Which dictionaries accept STRAIN?
- STRAIN is valid in NWL2023 (US) and valid in CSW24 (International).
- Can you add a letter to STRAIN?
- In NWL2023 (US), adding one letter at the front or back makes STRAINS. Board placement and cross-words must also be legal.