Word: MOS
โ Valid Scrabble Word
M 3 O 1 S 1
Length 3 letters
Syllables 1
Pronunciation /mหษs/
Frequency Common
Scrabble 5 pts
WWF Score 6 pts
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Vowels 1
Consonants 2
Unique Letters 3
Top Tile M (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 MOS
noun
- Singular of mores
noun
- (abbreviation) month
noun
- A homosexual
noun
- A moustache
noun
- A molester.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word follows conventional linguistic patterns for its length, though exact historical derivation is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "The referee verified that "mos" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "mos" to secure the victory."
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 | 6 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MOS a valid Scrabble word? โผ
MOS is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is MOS worth in Scrabble? โผ
In Scrabble, MOS is worth 5 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 6 points.
How many syllables are in MOS? โผ
There is 1 syllable in MOS.
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing MOS:
- # the mos effect
- # master of mos
- # playing with mos
- # in terms of mos
Word Family
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