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DRAIN

5 letters · 1 syllable

D 2/2
R 1/1
A 1/1
I 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of DRAIN

DRAIN is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
7
points

Is DRAIN a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

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

Letter Values for DRAIN

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

Letter drain Total
Scrabble 21111 6
WWF 21112 7

Anagrams of DRAIN

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use DRAIN in Word Games

DRAIN is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About DRAIN

What does DRAIN mean?
DRAIN is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is DRAIN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DRAIN is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DRAIN worth in Scrabble?
DRAIN is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from DRAIN?
You can make 36 words from the letters in DRAIN. 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 DRAIN?
The anagrams of DRAIN (words using the exact same letters) are: DINAR, NADIR, RANID. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.