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LIEN

/ˈliːn/

4 letters · 1 syllable · noun

L 1/2
I 1/1
E 1/1
N 1/2

Definition of LIEN

noun

A tendon.

noun

A right to take possession of a debtor’s property as security until a debt or duty is discharged.

noun

(possibly obsolete) The spleen.

Synonyms of LIEN

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
4
Syllables
1
Scrabble
4
points
WWF
6
points

Is LIEN a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 4 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 4 pts Words With Friends — 6 pts

Tip: Short words like LIEN are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for LIEN

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

Letter lien Total
Scrabble 1111 4
WWF 2112 6

Anagrams of LIEN

Words made by rearranging the exact same 4 letters

How to Use LIEN in Word Games

LIEN is worth 4 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Short word advantage: LIEN is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LIEN to find 11 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LIEN

What does LIEN mean?
LIEN is a noun. A tendon.
Is LIEN a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LIEN is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 4 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LIEN worth in Scrabble?
LIEN is worth 4 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from LIEN?
You can make 11 words from the letters in LIEN. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of LIEN?
Synonyms of LIEN include: milt. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of LIEN?
The anagrams of LIEN (words using the exact same letters) are: LINE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.