ALLOW
/əˈlaʊ/
5 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of ALLOW
To grant, give, admit, accord, afford, or yield; to let one have.
"to allow a servant his liberty; to allow a free passage; to allow one day for rest"
To acknowledge; to accept as true; to concede; to accede to an opinion.
"to allow a right; to allow a claim; to allow the truth of a proposition"
To grant (something) as a deduction or an addition; especially to abate or deduct.
"To allow a sum for leakage."
Examples of ALLOW in a Sentence
- "to allow a servant his liberty; to allow a free passage; to allow one day for rest"
- "to allow a right; to allow a claim; to allow the truth of a proposition"
- "To allow a sum for leakage."
Word Details
Is ALLOW a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ALLOW is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ALLOW uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ALLOW
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | l | l | o | w | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 8 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 10 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ALLOW
16 words from the letters in ALLOW
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use ALLOW in Word Games
ALLOW is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ALLOW is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ALLOW to find 16 additional valid words.