Word: BEN
โ Valid Scrabble Word
B 3 E 1 N 1
Length 3 letters
Syllables 1
Pronunciation /bหen/
Frequency Common
Scrabble 5 pts
WWF Score 7 pts
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Vowels 1
Consonants 2
Unique Letters 3
Top Tile B (3 pts)
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Smart Word Insights & Strategy
Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Linguistic Level Beginner
Spelling Pitfalls None detected. This word has standard phonetics.
Board Strategy A standard word. Use it as a solid filler on your rack to rotate letters.
Definition of BEN
noun
- A prayer; a petition.
noun
- Ben-room: The inner room of a two-room hut or shack (as opposed to the but).
adjective
- Inner, interior.
adverb
- Inside.
preposition
- In, into.
noun
- A tree, Moringa oleifera or horseradish tree of Arabia and India, which produces oil of ben.
- The winged seed of the ben tree.
- The oil of the ben seed.
noun
- (usually capitalised) Son of (used with Hebrew and Arabic surnames).
noun
- A Scottish or Irish mountain or high peak.
adjective
- Good.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Please ensure you spell "ben" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "ben" 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 | 5 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 5 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BEN a valid Scrabble word? โผ
BEN is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is BEN worth in Scrabble? โผ
In Scrabble, BEN is worth 5 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 7 points.
How many syllables are in BEN? โผ
There is 1 syllable in BEN.
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing BEN:
- # the ben effect
- # master of ben
- # playing with ben
- # in terms of ben
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