Lead
Yes, lead is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
What does lead mean?
noun
- an advantage held by a competitor in a race
he took the lead at the last turn
- a soft heavy toxic malleable metallic element; bluish white when freshly cut but tarnishes readily to dull grey
the children were playing with lead soldiers
- evidence pointing to a possible solution
the police are following a promising lead
verb
- take somebody somewhere
We lead him to our chief
- have as a result or residue
The water left a mark on the silk dress
- tend to or result in
This remark lead to further arguments among the guests
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for lead
Word facts
| Letters | 4 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 2 |
| Scrabble points | 5 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of lead
Words you can make from lead
Frequently asked questions
Is lead a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Lead 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 lead worth in Scrabble?
Lead is worth 5 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does lead mean?
Lead means: an advantage held by a competitor in a race.