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TUTOR

/ˈtjuːtə/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

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Definition of TUTOR

noun

One who teaches another (usually called a student, learner, or tutee) in a one-on-one or small-group interaction.

"He passed the difficult class with help from his tutor."

noun

A university officer responsible for students in a particular hall.

noun

One who has the charge of a child or pupil and his estate; a guardian.

verb

To instruct or teach, especially an individual or small group.

"To help pay her tuition, the college student began to tutor high school students in calculus and physics."

verb

To treat with authority or sternness.

Synonyms of TUTOR

Words with similar meaning

Examples of TUTOR in a Sentence

  • "He passed the difficult class with help from his tutor."
  • "To help pay her tuition, the college student began to tutor high school students in calculus and physics."

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
5
points
WWF
6
points

Is TUTOR a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 5 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 5 pts Words With Friends — 6 pts

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

Letter Values for TUTOR

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

Letter tutor Total
Scrabble 11111 5
WWF 12111 6

Anagrams of TUTOR

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use TUTOR in Word Games

TUTOR is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, TUTOR 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 TUTOR to find 21 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About TUTOR

What does TUTOR mean?
TUTOR is a noun. One who teaches another (usually called a student, learner, or tutee) in a one-on-one or small-group interaction.
Is TUTOR a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, TUTOR is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
How many points is TUTOR worth in Scrabble?
TUTOR is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from TUTOR?
You can make 21 words from the letters in TUTOR. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of TUTOR?
Synonyms of TUTOR include: preceptor. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of TUTOR?
The anagrams of TUTOR (words using the exact same letters) are: TROUT. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.