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BRAID

/bɹeɪd/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, adjective

B 3/4
R 1/1
A 1/1
I 1/1
D 2/2

Definition of BRAID

noun

A sudden movement; a jerk, a wrench.

noun

A weave of three or more strands of fibers, ribbons, cords or hair often for decoration.

noun

A stranded wire composed of a number of smaller wires twisted together

verb

To make a sudden movement with, to jerk.

verb

To start into motion.

verb

To weave together, intertwine (strands of fibers, ribbons, etc.); to arrange (hair) in braids.

adjective

Deceitful.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is BRAID a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

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

Letter Values for BRAID

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

Letter braid Total
Scrabble 31112 8
WWF 41112 9

Anagrams of BRAID

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use BRAID in Word Games

BRAID is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BRAID 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 BRAID to find 36 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BRAID

What does BRAID mean?
BRAID is a noun. A sudden movement; a jerk, a wrench.
Is BRAID a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BRAID is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BRAID worth in Scrabble?
BRAID is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from BRAID?
You can make 36 words from the letters in BRAID. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of BRAID?
The anagrams of BRAID (words using the exact same letters) are: RABID. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.