WHILE
/waɪl/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb, preposition, conjunction
Definition of WHILE
An uncertain duration of time, a period of time.
"He lectured for quite a long while."
To pass (time) idly.
To occupy or entertain (someone) in order to let time pass.
To loiter.
Until.
During the same time that.
"He was sleeping while I was singing."
Although.
"This case, while interesting, is a bit frustrating."
Until.
"I'll wait while you've finished painting."
Synonyms of WHILE
Words with similar meaning
Examples of WHILE in a Sentence
- "He lectured for quite a long while."
- "He was sleeping while I was singing."
- "This case, while interesting, is a bit frustrating."
- "I'll wait while you've finished painting."
Word Details
Is WHILE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, WHILE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: WHILE uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for WHILE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | w | h | i | l | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 4 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 11 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in WHILE
17 words from the letters in WHILE
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use WHILE in Word Games
WHILE is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, WHILE 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 WHILE to find 17 additional valid words.