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GUARD

5 letters · 1 syllable

G 2/3
U 1/2
A 1/1
R 1/1
D 2/2

Definition of GUARD

GUARD is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
9
points

Is GUARD a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: GUARD uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for GUARD

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

Letter guard Total
Scrabble 21112 7
WWF 32112 9

How to Use GUARD in Word Games

GUARD is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, GUARD 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 GUARD to find 29 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GUARD

What does GUARD mean?
GUARD is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is GUARD a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GUARD is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GUARD worth in Scrabble?
GUARD is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from GUARD?
You can make 29 words from the letters in GUARD. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.