SLAIN
/sleɪn/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of SLAIN
(with "the") Those who have been killed.
To kill, murder.
"Our foes must all be slain."
To eradicate or stamp out.
"You must slay these thoughts."
(by extension) To defeat, overcome (in a competition or contest).
"1956, “Giants Slay Bears in Pro Title Battle”, in Lodi News-Sentinel, 1956 December 31, page 8."
Synonyms of SLAIN
Words with similar meaning
Examples of SLAIN in a Sentence
- "Our foes must all be slain."
- "You must slay these thoughts."
- "1956, “Giants Slay Bears in Pro Title Battle”, in Lodi News-Sentinel, 1956 December 31, page 8."
Word Details
Is SLAIN a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SLAIN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SLAIN uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SLAIN
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | l | a | i | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5 |
| WWF | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SLAIN
45 words from the letters in SLAIN
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SLAIN in Word Games
SLAIN is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SLAIN 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 SLAIN to find 45 additional valid words.