ASTERN
/əˈstɜːn/
6 letters · 2 syllables · adjective, adverb
Definition of ASTERN
Behind a vessel; having a bearing of 180 degrees from ahead.
"If one ship is following another, the first is astern of the second."
Behind (a vessel); in the rear.
In the direction of the stern; backward (motion); to the rear.
At or toward the rear of a vessel.
Examples of ASTERN in a Sentence
- "If one ship is following another, the first is astern of the second."
Word Details
Is ASTERN a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ASTERN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | a | s | t | e | r | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ASTERN
100 words from the letters in ASTERN
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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.
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