BEGAN
/bɪˈɡæn/
5 letters · 2 syllables · verb
Definition of BEGAN
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."
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."
To come into existence.
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
Is BEGAN a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BEGAN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | b | e | g | a | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BEGAN
35 words from the letters in BEGAN
4-letter words
3-letter words
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.