FORMAT
/ˈfɔː(ɹ).mæt/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of FORMAT
The layout of a publication or document.
(hence) The form of presentation of something.
The type of programming that a radio station broadcasts; such as a certain genre of music, news, sports, talk, etc.
"The radio station changed the format of its evening program."
To create or edit the layout of a document.
Change a document so it will fit onto a different type of page.
To prepare a mass storage medium for initial use, erasing any existing data in the process.
"I lost weeks of work when I inadvertently formatted my hard drive."
Examples of FORMAT in a Sentence
- "The radio station changed the format of its evening program."
- "I lost weeks of work when I inadvertently formatted my hard drive."
Word Details
Is FORMAT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, FORMAT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: FORMAT uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for FORMAT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | f | o | r | m | a | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in FORMAT
70 words from the letters in FORMAT
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use FORMAT in Word Games
FORMAT is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, FORMAT 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 FORMAT to find 70 additional valid words.