CONTRA
/ˈkɒntɹə/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adverb, preposition
Definition of CONTRA
A deal to swap goods or services.
A conservative; originally tied to Nicaraguan counter-revolutionaries.
An entry (or account) that cancels another entry (or account).
"The sum for each contra account is shown in the last column."
To undo; to reverse.
"to contra a position (an entry)"
Contrary to something
Against; contrary or opposed to; in opposition or contrast to
Examples of CONTRA in a Sentence
- "The sum for each contra account is shown in the last column."
- "to contra a position (an entry)"
Word Details
Is CONTRA a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CONTRA is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CONTRA uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CONTRA
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | o | n | t | r | a | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
Anagrams of CONTRA
Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CONTRA
77 words from the letters in CONTRA
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How to Use CONTRA in Word Games
CONTRA is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CONTRA 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 CONTRA to find 77 additional valid words.