Dear
Yes, dear is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
What does dear mean?
noun
- a beloved person; used as terms of endearment
- a sweet innocent mild-mannered person (especially a child)
adjective
- dearly loved
- with or in a close or intimate relationship
a good friend
- earnest
one's dearest wish
adverb
- with affection
she loved him dearly
- at a great cost
he paid dearly for the food
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for dear
Word facts
| Letters | 4 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 2 |
| Scrabble points | 5 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of dear
Words you can make from dear
Frequently asked questions
Is dear a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Dear 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 dear worth in Scrabble?
Dear is worth 5 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does dear mean?
Dear means: a beloved person; used as terms of endearment.