RETAIN
6 letters · 2 syllables
Definition of RETAIN
RETAIN is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 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
Is RETAIN a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RETAIN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RETAIN uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RETAIN
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | t | a | i | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RETAIN
100 words from the letters in RETAIN
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How to Use RETAIN in Word Games
RETAIN is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, RETAIN is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
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