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SPORTS

/spɔːts/

6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

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Definition of SPORTS

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"

verb

To participate in sports; typically used by a person with little interest in the subject to derisively elide details of the activity in question.

Examples of SPORTS 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
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is SPORTS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: SPORTS uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for SPORTS

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

Letter sports Total
Scrabble 131111 8
WWF 141111 9

Anagrams of SPORTS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use SPORTS in Word Games

SPORTS is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, SPORTS 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 SPORTS to find 53 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About SPORTS

What does SPORTS mean?
SPORTS is a noun. Any activity that uses physical exertion or skills competitively under a set of rules that is not based on aesthetics.
Is SPORTS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SPORTS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SPORTS worth in Scrabble?
SPORTS is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from SPORTS?
You can make 53 words from the letters in SPORTS. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of SPORTS?
The anagrams of SPORTS (words using the exact same letters) are: STROPS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.