Word: CHECKING
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Smart Word Insights & Strategy
Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of CHECKING
- To inspect; to examine.
"Check the oil in your car once a month."
- To verify the accuracy of a text or translation, usually making some corrections (proofread) or many (copyedit).
- (often used with "off") To mark items on a list (with a checkmark or by crossing them out) that have been chosen for keeping or removal or that have been dealt with (for example, completed or verified as correct or satisfactory).
"Check off the items that you've checked (inspected)."
- To mark with a check pattern.
- The act of physically keeping an opposing player in check.
- A checking account.
"Withdraw $5000 from checking and put it into savings."
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 "checking" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "checking" can significantly improve your writing style."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
With its balanced structure, this word is frequently useful for maintaining board control.
๐ฏ 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) | โ Valid | 20 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 20 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 23 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is CHECKING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is CHECKING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in CHECKING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing CHECKING:
- # the checking effect
- # master of checking
- # playing with checking
- # in terms of checking
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