Word: AID
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of AID
- Help; assistance; succor, relief.
"He came to my aid when I was foundering."
- A helper; an assistant.
- Something which helps; a material source of help.
"Slimming aids include dietary supplements and appetite suppressants."
- To provide support to; to further the progress of; to help; to assist.
- To climb with the use of aids such as pitons.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
While its precise historical etymology is unclear, it conforms to typical English phonetic and structural rules.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "aid" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "aid" can significantly improve your writing style."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Excellent for parallel plays! Slide this short word alongside existing board words to trigger multiple intersections in a single turn.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 4 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 4 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 4 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is AID a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is AID worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in AID? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing AID:
- # the aid effect
- # master of aid
- # playing with aid
- # in terms of aid
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