GREETING
/ˈɡɹiːtɪŋ/
8 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun
Definition of GREETING
To welcome in a friendly manner, either in person or through another means e.g. writing or over the phone/internet
To arrive at or reach, or meet (talking of something which brings joy)
To accost; to address.
To weep; to cry.
A conventional phrase used to start a letter or conversation or otherwise to acknowledge a person's arrival or presence.
"It's polite to begin a letter with a greeting, but this practice is less common in email."
The action of the verb to greet.
Examples of GREETING in a Sentence
- "It's polite to begin a letter with a greeting, but this practice is less common in email."
Word Details
Is GREETING a Scrabble Word?
Yes, GREETING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: GREETING uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for GREETING
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | g | r | e | e | t | i | n | g | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 10 |
| WWF | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in GREETING
100 words from the letters in GREETING
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How to Use GREETING in Word Games
GREETING is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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