Word Unscrambler Logo unscramble.

ASTERN

/əˈstɜːn/

6 letters · 2 syllables · adjective, adverb

A 1/1
S 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1
R 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of ASTERN

adjective

Behind a vessel; having a bearing of 180 degrees from ahead.

"If one ship is following another, the first is astern of the second."

adverb

Behind (a vessel); in the rear.

adverb

In the direction of the stern; backward (motion); to the rear.

adverb

At or toward the rear of a vessel.

Antonyms of ASTERN

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of ASTERN in a Sentence

  • "If one ship is following another, the first is astern of the second."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
7
points

Is ASTERN a Scrabble Word?

Yes, ASTERN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

Tip: ASTERN uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ASTERN

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter astern Total
Scrabble 111111 6
WWF 111112 7

Anagrams of ASTERN

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in ASTERN

100 words from the letters in ASTERN

How to Use ASTERN in Word Games

ASTERN is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ASTERN 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 ASTERN to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ASTERN

What does ASTERN mean?
ASTERN is a adjective. Behind a vessel; having a bearing of 180 degrees from ahead.
Is ASTERN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ASTERN is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ASTERN worth in Scrabble?
ASTERN is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ASTERN?
You can make 100 words from the letters in ASTERN. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of ASTERN?
The anagrams of ASTERN (words using the exact same letters) are: ANTRES, STERNA. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.