ENTERTAIN
/ˌɛntəˈteɪn/
9 letters · 3 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of ENTERTAIN
Entertainment; pleasure.
Reception of a guest; welcome.
To amuse (someone); to engage the attention of agreeably.
"The motivational speaker not only instructed but also entertained the audience."
To have someone over at one's home for a party or visit.
"They enjoy entertaining a lot."
To receive and take into consideration; to have a thought in mind.
"The committee would like to entertain the idea of reducing the budget figures."
Examples of ENTERTAIN in a Sentence
- "The motivational speaker not only instructed but also entertained the audience."
- "They enjoy entertaining a lot."
- "The committee would like to entertain the idea of reducing the budget figures."
Word Details
Is ENTERTAIN a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ENTERTAIN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ENTERTAIN uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ENTERTAIN
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | e | n | t | e | r | t | a | i | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 9 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ENTERTAIN
100 words from the letters in ENTERTAIN
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How to Use ENTERTAIN in Word Games
ENTERTAIN is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ENTERTAIN to find 100 additional valid words.