Detain
Yes, detain is a valid Scrabble word. It has 6 letters and is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
What does detain mean?
verb
- deprive of freedom; take into confinement
- stop or halt
Please stay the bloodshed!
- cause to be slowed down or delayed
Traffic was delayed by the bad weather
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for detain
Word facts
| Letters | 6 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 3 |
| Scrabble points | 7 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of detain
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters DETAIN.
Words you can make from detain
Frequently asked questions
Is detain a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Detain 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 detain worth in Scrabble?
Detain is worth 7 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does detain mean?
Detain means: deprive of freedom; take into confinement.