Word: SHALL
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Definition of SHALL
- (modal, auxiliary verb, defective) Used before a verb to indicate the simple future tense in the first person singular or plural.
"I hope that we shall win the game."
- Used similarly to indicate determination or obligation in the second and third persons singular or plural.
"(determination): You shall go to the ball!"
- Used in questions with the first person singular or plural to suggest a possible future action.
"Let us examine that, shall we?"
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
This word's structure suggests a derivation from common English phonetic roots, though specific origin data is not available.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "shall" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "shall" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
A standard valid Scrabble word that can be highly useful for transitioning between different board quadrants.
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 | 8 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 8 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 9 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SHALL a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is SHALL worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in SHALL? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing SHALL:
- # the shall effect
- # master of shall
- # playing with shall
- # in terms of shall
Hook Words
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