MAINSTAYS
9 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of MAINSTAYS
A chief support.
"Agriculture is the mainstay of this country’s economy."
Someone or something that can be depended on to make a regular contribution.
A stabilising rope from the top of the mainmast to the bottom of the foremast.
Examples of MAINSTAYS in a Sentence
- "Agriculture is the mainstay of this country’s economy."
Word Details
Is MAINSTAYS a Scrabble Word?
Yes, MAINSTAYS is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: MAINSTAYS uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for MAINSTAYS
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | m | a | i | n | s | t | a | y | s | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 14 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 15 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in MAINSTAYS
100 words from the letters in MAINSTAYS
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How to Use MAINSTAYS in Word Games
MAINSTAYS is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 15 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
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