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BEGAN

/bɪˈɡæn/

5 letters · 2 syllables · verb

B 3/4
E 1/1
G 2/3
A 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of BEGAN

verb

To start, to initiate or take the first step into something.

"I began playing the piano at the age of five.   Now that everyone is here, we should begin the presentation."

verb

To be in the first stage of some situation

"The program begins at 9 o'clock on the dot.    I rushed to get to class on time, but the lesson had already begun."

verb

To come into existence.

Synonyms of BEGAN

Words with similar meaning

Examples of BEGAN in a Sentence

  • "I began playing the piano at the age of five.   Now that everyone is here, we should begin the presentation."
  • "The program begins at 9 o'clock on the dot.    I rushed to get to class on time, but the lesson had already begun."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
11
points

Is BEGAN a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

Tip: BEGAN uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for BEGAN

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

Letter began Total
Scrabble 31211 8
WWF 41312 11

How to Use BEGAN in Word Games

BEGAN is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BEGAN 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 BEGAN to find 35 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BEGAN

What does BEGAN mean?
BEGAN is a verb. To start, to initiate or take the first step into something.
Is BEGAN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BEGAN is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BEGAN worth in Scrabble?
BEGAN is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BEGAN?
You can make 35 words from the letters in BEGAN. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of BEGAN?
Synonyms of BEGAN include: commence, initiate, start. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.