Forbear
Yes, forbear is a valid Scrabble word. It has 7 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
What does forbear mean?
noun
- a person from whom you are descended
verb
- refrain from doing
she forbore a snicker
- resist doing something
He refrained from hitting him back
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for forbear
Word facts
| Letters | 7 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 3 / 4 |
| Scrabble points | 12 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Less common |
Anagrams of forbear
No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters FORBEAR.
Words you can make from forbear
Frequently asked questions
Is forbear a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Forbear 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 forbear worth in Scrabble?
Forbear is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does forbear mean?
Forbear means: a person from whom you are descended.