Word: DEPENDING
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Definition of DEPENDING
- (followed by on or upon, formerly also by of) To be contingent or conditioned; to have something as a necessary condition; to hinge on.
"We would like to go skiing, but it depends on the amount of snow."
- (followed by on or upon) To trust; to have confidence; to rely.
"we depend on the mailman to come at the usual time."
- To hang down; to be sustained by being fastened or attached to something above.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Often originates from the Latin "de-", meaning "down, away, or opposite", indicating reversal or removal.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "In professional circles, using the word "depending" conveys a high level of precision."
- โข "She described the concept as somewhat "depending", surprising the rest of the board members."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word provides solid placement flexibility, making it a reliable option for typical game situations.
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 | 14 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 14 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 18 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DEPENDING a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DEPENDING worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DEPENDING? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DEPENDING:
- # the depending effect
- # master of depending
- # playing with depending
- # in terms of depending
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