Word: DUES
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Definition of DUES
- Deserved acknowledgment.
"Give him his due โ he is a good actor."
- (in plural dues) A membership fee.
- That which is owed; debt; that which belongs or may be claimed as a right; whatever custom, law, or morality requires to be done, duty.
- Membership fees.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Based on its structure, this word likely follows standard English morphological patterns, though exact historical origins are not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "Understanding the exact meaning of "dues" can significantly improve your writing style."
- โข "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "dues" in early literature."
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
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
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 | 6 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DUES a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is DUES worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in DUES? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing DUES:
- # the dues effect
- # master of dues
- # playing with dues
- # in terms of dues
Hook Words
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