AWAIT
/əˈwɛɪt/
5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of AWAIT
A waiting for; ambush.
Watching, watchfulness, suspicious observation.
To wait for.
"I await your reply to my letter."
To expect.
To be in store for; to be ready or in waiting for.
"Glorious rewards await the good in heaven; eternal suffering awaits mortal sinners in hell."
Examples of AWAIT in a Sentence
- "I await your reply to my letter."
- "Glorious rewards await the good in heaven; eternal suffering awaits mortal sinners in hell."
Word Details
Is AWAIT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, AWAIT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: AWAIT uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for AWAIT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | a | w | a | i | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in AWAIT
17 words from the letters in AWAIT
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use AWAIT in Word Games
AWAIT is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, AWAIT 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 AWAIT to find 17 additional valid words.