SPAWN
/ˈspɔːn/
5 letters · 1 syllable · verb, noun
Definition of SPAWN
To produce or deposit (eggs) in water.
To generate, bring into being, especially non-mammalian beings in very large numbers.
To bring forth in general.
"The Web server spawns a new process to handle each client's request."
The numerous eggs of an aquatic organism.
Mushroom mycelium prepared for (aided) propagation.
(by extension, sometimes derogatory) Any germ or seed, even a figurative source; offspring.
Examples of SPAWN in a Sentence
- "The Web server spawns a new process to handle each client's request."
Word Details
Is SPAWN a Scrabble Word?
Yes, SPAWN is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: SPAWN uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for SPAWN
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | s | p | a | w | n | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 1 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in SPAWN
41 words from the letters in SPAWN
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use SPAWN in Word Games
SPAWN is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SPAWN 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 SPAWN to find 41 additional valid words.