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COMMON

/ˈkɒmən/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective

C 3/4
O 1/1
M 3/4
M 3/4
O 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of COMMON

noun

Mutual good, shared by more than one.

noun

A tract of land in common ownership; common land.

noun

The people; the community.

verb

To communicate (something).

verb

To converse, talk.

verb

To have sex.

adjective

Mutual; shared by more than one.

"The two competitors have the common aim of winning the championship."

adjective

Occurring or happening regularly or frequently; usual.

"It is common to find sharks off this coast."

Examples of COMMON in a Sentence

  • "The two competitors have the common aim of winning the championship."
  • "It is common to find sharks off this coast."
  • "It differs from the common blackbird in the size of its beak."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
16
points

Is COMMON a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Tip: COMMON uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for COMMON

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

Letter common Total
Scrabble 313311 12
WWF 414412 16

How to Use COMMON in Word Games

COMMON is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, COMMON 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 COMMON to find 20 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About COMMON

What does COMMON mean?
COMMON is a noun. Mutual good, shared by more than one.
Is COMMON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, COMMON is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is COMMON worth in Scrabble?
COMMON is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from COMMON?
You can make 20 words from the letters in COMMON. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of COMMON?
Synonyms of COMMON include: appellative, epicene, mutual, shared, widespread, common-or-garden. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.