Beam
Yes, beam is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
What does beam mean?
noun
- a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather
- long thick piece of wood or metal or concrete, etc., used in construction
- a group of nearly parallel lines of electromagnetic radiation
verb
- smile radiantly; express joy through one's facial expression
- emit light; be bright, as of the sun or a light
The sun shone bright that day
- express with a beaming face or smile
he beamed his approval
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for beam
Word facts
| Letters | 4 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 2 |
| Scrabble points | 8 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of beam
- mabe
- bema
Words you can make from beam
- mae
- bam
Frequently asked questions
Is beam a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Beam is in the ENABLE word list used by many word games, so it is generally playable in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
How many points is beam worth in Scrabble?
Beam is worth 8 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does beam mean?
Beam means: a signal transmitted along a narrow path; guides airplane pilots in darkness or bad weather.