Word Unscrambler Logo unscramble.

SPEND

/spɛnd/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

S 1/1
P 3/4
E 1/1
N 1/2
D 2/2

Definition of SPEND

noun

Amount of money spent (during a period); expenditure.

"I’m sorry, boss, but the advertising spend exceeded the budget again this month."

noun

(in the plural) Expenditures; money or pocket money.

noun

Discharged semen.

verb

To pay out (money).

"He spends far more on gambling than he does on living proper."

verb

To bestow; to employ; often with on or upon.

verb

To squander.

"to spend an estate in gambling"

Examples of SPEND in a Sentence

  • "I’m sorry, boss, but the advertising spend exceeded the budget again this month."
  • "He spends far more on gambling than he does on living proper."
  • "to spend an estate in gambling"

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
10
points

Is SPEND a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for SPEND

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

Letter spend Total
Scrabble 13112 8
WWF 14122 10

Anagrams of SPEND

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SPEND in Word Games

SPEND is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, SPEND 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 SPEND to find 31 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SPEND

What does SPEND mean?
SPEND is a noun. Amount of money spent (during a period); expenditure.
Is SPEND a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SPEND is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SPEND worth in Scrabble?
SPEND is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SPEND?
You can make 31 words from the letters in SPEND. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of SPEND?
The anagrams of SPEND (words using the exact same letters) are: PENDS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.