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TRYING

/ˈtɹaɪ.ɪŋ/

6 letters · 1 syllable · verb, noun, adjective

T 1/1
R 1/1
Y 4/3
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of TRYING

verb

To attempt; to endeavour. Followed by infinitive.

"I tried to rollerblade, but I couldn’t."

verb

To divide; to separate.

verb

To test, to work out.

noun

The act by which one tries something; an attempt.

adjective

Difficult to endure; arduous.

adjective

Irritating, stressful or bothersome.

Synonyms of TRYING

Words with similar meaning

Examples of TRYING in a Sentence

  • "I tried to rollerblade, but I couldn’t."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
1
Scrabble
10
points
WWF
11
points

Is TRYING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 10 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 10 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

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

Letter Values for TRYING

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

Letter trying Total
Scrabble 114112 10
WWF 113123 11

Anagrams of TRYING

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use TRYING in Word Games

TRYING is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, TRYING 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 TRYING to find 28 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TRYING

What does TRYING mean?
TRYING is a verb. To attempt; to endeavour. Followed by infinitive.
Is TRYING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TRYING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 10 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TRYING worth in Scrabble?
TRYING is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from TRYING?
You can make 28 words from the letters in TRYING. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of TRYING?
Synonyms of TRYING include: attempt, endeavor, fand, mint, take a run at, take a stab at. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of TRYING?
The anagrams of TRYING (words using the exact same letters) are: TYRING. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.