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Word: CAPACITY

โœ“ Valid Scrabble Word
C 3 A 1 P 3 A 1 C 3 I 1 T 1 Y 4
Length 8 letters
Syllables 4
Pronunciation /kรฆหˆpรฆsษชti/
Frequency Uncommon
Scrabble 17 pts
WWF Score 19 pts

๐Ÿ“Š Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown

Vowels 4
Consonants 4
Unique Letters 6
Top Tile Y (4 pts)
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Smart Word Insights & Strategy

Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty

Linguistic Level Expert
Spelling Pitfalls The letter Y is used as a vowel in this word; ensure it is placed correctly instead of an I.
Board Strategy This is a Bingo-length word! Playing all 7 letters from your rack gives a huge +50 point bonus. Keep an eye out for layout paths.

Definition of CAPACITY

noun
  1. The ability to hold, receive or absorb
  2. A measure of such ability; volume
  3. The maximum amount that can be held

    "It was hauling a capacity load."

adjective
  1. Filling the allotted space.

    "There will be a capacity crowd at Busch stadium for the sixth game."

Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.

๐Ÿ“œ Word Pattern Notes

Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences

  • โ€ข "The referee verified that "capacity" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
  • โ€ข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "capacity" to secure the victory."

๐Ÿ’ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts

This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.

๐ŸŽฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips

This is a 7+ letter word. Use it as a Bingo candidate if you have the space on the board for a +50 point bonus.

Dictionary Validity

Dictionary Lexicon Status Base Value
TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) โœ“ Valid 17 pts
SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) โœ“ Valid 17 pts
ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) โœ“ Valid 19 pts

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CAPACITY a valid Scrabble word? โ–ผ
CAPACITY is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is CAPACITY worth in Scrabble? โ–ผ
In Scrabble, CAPACITY is worth 17 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 19 points.
How many syllables are in CAPACITY? โ–ผ
There are 4 syllables in CAPACITY.

๐Ÿ”— Common Phrases & Idioms

Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CAPACITY:

  • # the capacity effect
  • # master of capacity
  • # playing with capacity
  • # in terms of capacity

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