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PAUSE

5 letters · 1 syllable

P 3/4
A 1/1
U 1/2
S 1/1
E 1/1

Definition of PAUSE

PAUSE 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 PAUSE a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for PAUSE

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

Letter pause Total
Scrabble 31111 7
WWF 41211 9

How to Use PAUSE in Word Games

PAUSE 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, PAUSE 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 PAUSE to find 35 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About PAUSE

What does PAUSE mean?
PAUSE is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is PAUSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, PAUSE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is PAUSE worth in Scrabble?
PAUSE 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 PAUSE?
You can make 35 words from the letters in PAUSE. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.