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Yearning

Yes, yearning is a valid Scrabble word. It has 8 letters and is worth 12 points in Scrabble.

What does yearning mean?

noun

  1. prolonged unfulfilled desire or need

Definitions from WordNet 3.0, Princeton University.

Synonyms for yearning

Word facts

Letters8
Vowels / consonants3 / 5
Scrabble points12
In the ENABLE word listYes
How commonLess common

Anagrams of yearning

No other dictionary word uses exactly the letters YEARNING.

Words you can make from yearning

Unscramble YEARNING for every word

Frequently asked questions

Is yearning a valid Scrabble word?

Yes. Yearning 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 yearning worth in Scrabble?

Yearning is worth 12 points in Scrabble, before any premium squares.

What does yearning mean?

Yearning means: prolonged unfulfilled desire or need.