GO
/ɡəʉ/
2 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, adjective
Definition of GO
The act of going.
A turn at something, or in something (e.g. a game).
"It’s your go."
An attempt, a try.
"I’ll give it a go."
To move:
(chiefly of a machine) To work or function (properly); to move or perform (as required).
"The engine just won't go anymore."
To start; to begin (an action or process).
"Get ready, get set, go!"
Working correctly and ready to commence operation; approved and able to be put into action.
A strategic board game, originally from China, in which two players (black and white) attempt to control the largest area of the board with their counters.
Synonyms of GO
Words with similar meaning
Examples of GO in a Sentence
- "It’s your go."
- "I’ll give it a go."
- "The engine just won't go anymore."
- "Get ready, get set, go!"
Word Details
Is GO a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GO is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: Short words like GO are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.
Letter Values for GO
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | o | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 4 |
How to Use GO in Word Games
GO is worth 3 points in Scrabble and 4 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Short word advantage: GO is only 2 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.
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