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LABOR

/ˈleɪ.bɚ/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

L 1/2
A 1/1
B 3/4
O 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of LABOR

noun

Effort expended on a particular task; toil, work.

noun

That which requires hard work for its accomplishment; that which demands effort.

noun

Workers in general; the working class, the workforce; sometimes specifically the labour movement, organised labour.

verb

To toil, to work.

verb

To belabour, to emphasise or expand upon (a point in a debate, etc).

"I think we've all got the idea. There's no need to labour the point."

verb

To be oppressed with difficulties or disease; to do one's work under conditions which make it especially hard or wearisome; to move slowly, as against opposition, or under a burden.

Examples of LABOR in a Sentence

  • "I think we've all got the idea. There's no need to labour the point."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
9
points

Is LABOR a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for LABOR

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

Letter labor Total
Scrabble 11311 7
WWF 21411 9

Anagrams of LABOR

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use LABOR in Word Games

LABOR 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, LABOR 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 LABOR to find 35 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LABOR

What does LABOR mean?
LABOR is a noun. Effort expended on a particular task; toil, work.
Is LABOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LABOR is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LABOR worth in Scrabble?
LABOR is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from LABOR?
You can make 35 words from the letters in LABOR. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of LABOR?
The anagrams of LABOR (words using the exact same letters) are: BOLAR, BORAL, LARBO, LOBAR. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.