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FORT

/fɔːt/

4 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

F 4/4
O 1/1
R 1/1
T 1/1

Definition of FORT

noun

A fortified defensive structure stationed with troops.

noun

Any permanent army post.

noun

An outlying trading-station, as in British North America.

verb

To create a fort, fortifications, a strong point, or a redoubt.

Word Details

Letters
4
Syllables
1
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
7
points

Is FORT a Scrabble Word?

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

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

Tip: Short words like FORT are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for FORT

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

Letter fort Total
Scrabble 4111 7
WWF 4111 7

How to Use FORT in Word Games

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

Short word advantage: FORT is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble FORT to find 10 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About FORT

What does FORT mean?
FORT is a noun. A fortified defensive structure stationed with troops.
Is FORT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, FORT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is FORT worth in Scrabble?
FORT is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from FORT?
You can make 10 words from the letters in FORT. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of FORT?
Synonyms of FORT include: bastion, bulwark, bunker, castle, citadel, donjon. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.