UPBEAT
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of UPBEAT
An unaccented beat at the start of a musical phrase.
"The conductor said: I give you three beats for nothing and then you come in on the upbeat."
Having a fast pace, tempo, or beat.
"The notes are easy, but it's an upbeat tune and should be played fairly quickly."
Having a positive, lively, or perky tone, attitude, etc.
"He sounded upbeat when I talked to him."
Synonyms of UPBEAT
Words with similar meaning
Examples of UPBEAT in a Sentence
- "The conductor said: I give you three beats for nothing and then you come in on the upbeat."
- "The notes are easy, but it's an upbeat tune and should be played fairly quickly."
- "He sounded upbeat when I talked to him."
Word Details
Is UPBEAT a Scrabble Word?
Yes, UPBEAT is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: UPBEAT uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for UPBEAT
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | u | p | b | e | a | t | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 2 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in UPBEAT
58 words from the letters in UPBEAT
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How to Use UPBEAT in Word Games
UPBEAT is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, UPBEAT 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 UPBEAT to find 58 additional valid words.