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BEGUN

/bɪˈɡʌn/

5 letters · 2 syllables · verb

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

Definition of BEGUN

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 BEGUN

Words with similar meaning

Examples of BEGUN 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
12
points

Is BEGUN a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

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

Letter Values for BEGUN

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

Letter begun Total
Scrabble 31211 8
WWF 41322 12

How to Use BEGUN in Word Games

BEGUN is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BEGUN 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 BEGUN to find 22 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BEGUN

What does BEGUN mean?
BEGUN is a verb. To start, to initiate or take the first step into something.
Is BEGUN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BEGUN is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BEGUN worth in Scrabble?
BEGUN is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BEGUN?
You can make 22 words from the letters in BEGUN. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of BEGUN?
Synonyms of BEGUN include: commence, initiate, start. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.