Word: RAW
โ Valid Scrabble Word
R 1 A 1 W 4
Length 3 letters
Syllables 1
Pronunciation /rหรฆw/
Frequency Common
Scrabble 6 pts
WWF Score 6 pts
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
Vowels 1
Consonants 2
Unique Letters 3
Top Tile W (4 pts)
๐ง
Smart Word Insights & Strategy
Tactical Scrabble placement and word difficulty
Linguistic Level Expert
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 RAW
noun
- (sugar refining, sugar trade) An unprocessed sugar; a batch of such.
- A galled place; an inveterate sore.
- (by extension) A point about which a person is particularly sensitive.
adjective
- (of food) Not cooked.
- (of materials, products, etc.) Not treated or processed; in a natural state, unrefined, unprocessed.
"raw cane sugar"
- Having had the skin removed or abraded; chafed, tender; exposed, lacerated.
"a raw wound"
adverb
- Without a condom.
"We did it raw."
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 "raw" is a valid word under current dictionary rules."
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "raw" 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 | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is RAW a valid Scrabble word? โผ
RAW is a valid Scrabble word in the North American TWL dictionary, and is valid internationally in the SOWPODS dictionary.
How many points is RAW worth in Scrabble? โผ
In Scrabble, RAW is worth 6 points. In Words with Friends, it is worth 6 points.
How many syllables are in RAW? โผ
There is 1 syllable in RAW.
Popular Related Searches
๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing RAW:
- # the raw effect
- # master of raw
- # playing with raw
- # in terms of raw
Word Family
Inflections, derivatives, and morphological family of RAW:
Similar Spelled Words
Words with matching prefixes or suffixes: