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GETTING

[ˈɡɛɾɪŋ]

7 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun

G 2/3
E 1/1
T 1/1
T 1/1
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3
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Definition of GETTING

verb

(ditransitive) To obtain; to acquire.

"I'm going to get a computer tomorrow from the discount store."

verb

To receive.

"He got a severe reprimand for that."

verb

(in a perfect construction, with present-tense meaning) To have. See usage notes.

"I've got a concert ticket for you."

noun

The act of obtaining or acquiring; acquisition.

noun

That which is got or obtained; gain; profit.

Synonyms of GETTING

Words with similar meaning

arrive reach be able to become begin commence start cause make bring fetch retrieve

Antonyms of GETTING

Words with opposite meaning

lose

Examples of GETTING in a Sentence

  • "I'm going to get a computer tomorrow from the discount store."
  • "He got a severe reprimand for that."
  • "I've got a concert ticket for you."

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
12
points

Is GETTING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of GETTING earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 59 points total.

Letter Values for GETTING

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

Letter getting Total
Scrabble 2111112 9
WWF 3111123 12

Words You Can Make With the Letters in GETTING

43 words from the letters in GETTING

5-letter words

tinge 6/8 USUKWWF ettin 5/6 UK

4-letter words

ging 6/9 UK tegg 6/8 UK gien 5/7 USUKWWF gite 5/6 UK tige 5/6 UK gent 5/7 USUKWWF ting 5/7 USUKWWF nite 4/5 USWWF tine 4/5 USUKWWF tite 4/4 UK entt 4/5 UK nett 4/5 USUKWWF tent 4/5 USUKWWF tint 4/5 USUKWWF

3-letter words

egg 5/7 USUKWWF gig 5/7 USUKWWF igg 5/7 UK gie 4/5 USUKWWF eng 4/6 USWWF gen 4/6 USWWF gin 4/6 USUKWWF get 4/5 USUKWWF teg 4/5 USUKWWF git 4/5 USUKWWF tig 4/5 UK tie 3/3 USUKWWF net 3/4 USUKWWF ten 3/4 USUKWWF nit 3/4 USUKWWF tin 3/4 USUKWWF tet 3/3 USUKWWF tte 3/3 UK tit 3/3 USUKWWF

2-letter words

ge 3/4 UK en 2/3 USUKWWF ne 2/3 USUKWWF in 2/3 USUKWWF et 2/2 USUKWWF te 2/2 UK it 2/2 USUKWWF ti 2/2 USUKWWF

How to Use GETTING in Word Games

GETTING is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since GETTING uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 59 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble GETTING to find 43 additional valid words.

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Frequently Asked Questions About GETTING

What does GETTING mean?
GETTING is a verb. (ditransitive) To obtain; to acquire.
Is GETTING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GETTING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GETTING worth in Scrabble?
GETTING is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from GETTING?
You can make 43 words from the letters in GETTING. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of GETTING?
Synonyms of GETTING include: arrive, reach, be able to, become, begin, commence. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.