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EXPLAINS

8 letters · 2 syllables · verb

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Definition of EXPLAINS

verb

To make plain, manifest, or intelligible; to clear of obscurity; to illustrate the meaning of.

"To explain a chapter of the Bible."

verb

To give a valid excuse for past behavior.

verb

To make flat, smooth out.

Synonyms of EXPLAINS

Words with similar meaning

elaborate expound recce

Examples of EXPLAINS in a Sentence

  • "To explain a chapter of the Bible."

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
20
points

Is EXPLAINS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

Tip: EXPLAINS uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for EXPLAINS

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

Letter explains Total
Scrabble 18311111 17
WWF 18421121 20

Words You Can Make With the Letters in EXPLAINS

100 words from the letters in EXPLAINS

7-letter words

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6-letter words

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5-letter words

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How to Use EXPLAINS in Word Games

EXPLAINS is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About EXPLAINS

What does EXPLAINS mean?
EXPLAINS is a verb. To make plain, manifest, or intelligible; to clear of obscurity; to illustrate the meaning of.
Is EXPLAINS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, EXPLAINS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is EXPLAINS worth in Scrabble?
EXPLAINS is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from EXPLAINS?
You can make 100 words from the letters in EXPLAINS. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of EXPLAINS?
Synonyms of EXPLAINS include: elaborate, expound, recce. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.