Bow
Yes, bow is a valid Scrabble word. It has 3 letters and is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
What does bow mean?
noun
- a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces
- a slightly curved piece of resilient wood with taut horsehair strands; used in playing certain stringed instruments
- front part of a vessel or aircraft
he pointed the bow of the boat toward the finish line
verb
- bend one's knee or body, or lower one's head
He bowed before the King
- yield to another's wish or opinion
The government bowed to the military pressure
- bend the head or the upper part of the body in a gesture of respect or greeting
He bowed before the King
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for bow
Word facts
| Letters | 3 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 1 / 2 |
| Scrabble points | 8 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of bow
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters BOW.
Frequently asked questions
Is bow a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Bow 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 bow worth in Scrabble?
Bow is worth 8 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does bow mean?
Bow means: a knot with two loops and loose ends; used to tie shoelaces.