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OBLIGE

/əˈblaɪdʒ/

6 letters · 2 syllables · verb

O 1/1
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Definition of OBLIGE

verb

To constrain someone by force or by social, moral or legal means.

"I am obliged to report to the police station every week."

verb

To do (someone) a service or favour (hence, originally, creating an obligation).

"He obliged me by not parking his car in the drive."

verb

To be indebted to someone.

"I am obliged to you for your recent help."

Examples of OBLIGE in a Sentence

  • "I am obliged to report to the police station every week."
  • "He obliged me by not parking his car in the drive."
  • "I am obliged to you for your recent help."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
12
points

Is OBLIGE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

Tip: OBLIGE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for OBLIGE

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

Letter oblige Total
Scrabble 131121 9
WWF 142131 12

How to Use OBLIGE in Word Games

OBLIGE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, OBLIGE 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 OBLIGE to find 57 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About OBLIGE

What does OBLIGE mean?
OBLIGE is a verb. To constrain someone by force or by social, moral or legal means.
Is OBLIGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, OBLIGE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is OBLIGE worth in Scrabble?
OBLIGE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from OBLIGE?
You can make 57 words from the letters in OBLIGE. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.