Encourage
Yes, encourage is a valid Scrabble word. It has 9 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
What does encourage mean?
verb
- contribute to the progress or growth of
I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom
- inspire with confidence; give hope or courage to
- spur on
His financial success encouraged him to look for a wife
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for encourage
Word facts
| Letters | 9 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 5 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 12 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of encourage
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters ENCOURAGE.
Words you can make from encourage
Frequently asked questions
Is encourage a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Encourage 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 encourage worth in Scrabble?
Encourage is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does encourage mean?
Encourage means: contribute to the progress or growth of.