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Starting

Yes, starting is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 9 points in Scrabble.

What does starting mean?

noun

  1. a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning) he got his start because one of the regular pitchers was in the hospital

adjective

  1. (especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear with eyes starting from their sockets
  2. appropriate to the beginning or start of an event the starting point

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for starting

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants2 / 6
Scrabble points9
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonCommon

Anagrams of starting

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters STARTING.

Words you can make from starting

Unscramble STARTING for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is starting a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Starting 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 starting worth in Scrabble?

Starting is worth 9 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does starting mean?

Starting means: a turn to be a starter (in a game at the beginning).