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CARGO

/ˈkɑːɡəʊ/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

C 3/4
A 1/1
R 1/1
G 2/3
O 1/1

Definition of CARGO

noun

Freight carried by a ship, aircraft, or motor vehicle.

noun

(Papua New Guinea) Western material goods.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
10
points

Is CARGO a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for CARGO

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

Letter cargo Total
Scrabble 31121 8
WWF 41131 10

How to Use CARGO in Word Games

CARGO is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, CARGO 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 CARGO to find 21 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CARGO

What does CARGO mean?
CARGO is a noun. Freight carried by a ship, aircraft, or motor vehicle.
Is CARGO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CARGO is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CARGO worth in Scrabble?
CARGO is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from CARGO?
You can make 21 words from the letters in CARGO. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.