SPARE
/ˈspɛə(ɹ)/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, adjective, verb
Definition of SPARE
The act of sparing; moderation; restraint.
Parsimony; frugal use.
An opening in a petticoat or gown; a placket.
Scant; not abundant or plentiful.
"a spare diet"
Sparing; frugal; parsimonious; not spending much money.
Being more than what is necessary, or what must be used or reserved; not wanted, or not used; superfluous.
"I have no spare time."
To show mercy.
To keep.
Examples of SPARE in a Sentence
- "a spare diet"
- "I have no spare time."
Word Details
Is SPARE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SPARE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SPARE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SPARE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | p | a | r | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 8 |
Anagrams of SPARE
Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SPARE
71 words from the letters in SPARE
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SPARE in Word Games
SPARE is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SPARE 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 SPARE to find 71 additional valid words.