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SPORT

/spɔːt/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

S 1/1
P 3/4
O 1/1
R 1/1
T 1/1

Definition of SPORT

noun

Any activity that uses physical exertion or skills competitively under a set of rules that is not based on aesthetics.

noun

Something done for fun, regardless of its design or intended purpose.

"Joe was banned from getting legal help. He seemed to view lawsuits as a sport."

noun

A person who exhibits either good or bad sportsmanship.

"Jen may have won, but she was sure a poor sport; she laughed at the loser."

verb

To amuse oneself, to play.

"children sporting on the green"

verb

To mock or tease, treat lightly, toy with.

"Jen sports with Bill's emotions."

verb

To display; to have as a notable feature.

"Jen's sporting a new pair of shoes;  he was sporting a new wound from the combat"

Examples of SPORT in a Sentence

  • "Joe was banned from getting legal help. He seemed to view lawsuits as a sport."
  • "Jen may have won, but she was sure a poor sport; she laughed at the loser."
  • "children sporting on the green"
  • "Jen sports with Bill's emotions."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
8
points

Is SPORT a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

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

Letter Values for SPORT

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

Letter sport Total
Scrabble 13111 7
WWF 14111 8

Anagrams of SPORT

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use SPORT in Word Games

SPORT 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, SPORT 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 SPORT to find 39 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SPORT

What does SPORT mean?
SPORT is a noun. Any activity that uses physical exertion or skills competitively under a set of rules that is not based on aesthetics.
Is SPORT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SPORT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SPORT worth in Scrabble?
SPORT is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SPORT?
You can make 39 words from the letters in SPORT. 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 SPORT?
The anagrams of SPORT (words using the exact same letters) are: PORTS, PROST, STROP. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.