Need
Yes, need is a valid Scrabble word. It has 4 letters and is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
What does need mean?
noun
- a condition requiring relief
she satisfied his need for affection
- anything that is necessary but lacking
he had sufficient means to meet his simple needs
- the psychological feature that arouses an organism to action toward a desired goal; the reason for the action; that which gives purpose and direction to behavior
we did not understand his motivation
verb
- require as useful, just, or proper
It takes nerve to do what she did
- have need of
This piano wants the attention of a competent tuner
- have or feel a need for
always needing friends and money
Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.
Synonyms for need
Word facts
| Letters | 4 |
|---|---|
| Vowels / consonants | 2 / 2 |
| Scrabble points | 5 |
| In the ENABLE word list | Yes |
| How common | Common |
Anagrams of need
- dene
Words you can make from need
Frequently asked questions
Is need a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. Need 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 need worth in Scrabble?
Need is worth 5 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.
What does need mean?
Need means: a condition requiring relief.