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CONTESTINGLY

12-letter adverb • 18 Scrabble points • 22 WWF points

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12
Letters
3
Vowels
9
Consonants
18
Scrabble
22
WWF
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Anagrams

Definition of CONTESTINGLY

CONTESTINGLY is a valid 12-letter English adverb recognized in major word game dictionaries including the Official Scrabble Players Dictionary (OSPD) and the Tournament Word List (TWL). This word scores 18 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words With Friends, placing it among the higher-scoring 12-letter words available to players. The word contains 3 vowels and 9 consonants, with repeated letters: N (appearing 2 times), T (appearing 2 times). With more consonants than vowels, CONTESTINGLY helps clear consonant-heavy racks that can otherwise limit your options.

Word Properties

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Part of Speech
Adverb
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Syllables
4 syllables
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Difficulty
Easy (3/10)
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Unique Letters
10 of 12 letters

CONTESTINGLY has a word difficulty rating of 3 out of 10, categorized as "Easy." This rating is calculated based on the rarity of its component letters in everyday English usage. The word consists primarily of common, frequently-used letters, making it one that most players would be familiar with.

Letter Analysis

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The 12 letters in CONTESTINGLY break down into 3 vowels and 9 consonants. Repeated letters: N (×2), T (×2). Having duplicate letters can be both an advantage and a challenge in word games — it limits the variety of letters on your rack but also means fewer unique tiles needed to play this word. The highest-value Scrabble tile in CONTESTINGLY is Y, worth 4 points. Approximately 67% of the letters in CONTESTINGLY are among the nine most common letters in English (E, T, A, O, I, N, S, H, R).

Words That Rhyme With CONTESTINGLY

These words share a similar ending pattern with CONTESTINGLY, ending in -GLY. Rhyming words are useful for poetry, song lyrics, word games, and creative writing. They can also help you discover words with similar letter patterns.

Using CONTESTINGLY in Word Games

Scrabble Strategy

CONTESTINGLY is worth 18 base points in Scrabble. This is a high-value word that can significantly impact the game. Aim to place it on a Double Word Score (DWS) for 36 points or a Triple Word Score (TWS) for an impressive 54 points. Position the highest-value letter (Y = 4 points) on a Double Letter Score (DLS) or Triple Letter Score (TLS) before applying the word multiplier for maximum impact.

Note: Since CONTESTINGLY contains repeated letters, you'll need multiple copies of certain tiles. Standard Scrabble sets include varying quantities of each letter, so check tile distribution before planning this play.

Words With Friends Tips

In Words With Friends, CONTESTINGLY scores 22 points. Interestingly, this word scores 4 points more in WWF than in Scrabble due to different tile point values. Take advantage of this difference when playing Words With Friends. The Words With Friends board has a different layout of premium squares compared to Scrabble, so look for TW (Triple Word) and TL (Triple Letter) squares specific to the WWF board.

Is CONTESTINGLY a Valid Scrabble Word?

Yes, CONTESTINGLY is a valid Scrabble word worth 18 points.

CONTESTINGLY can be played in Scrabble, Words With Friends, and most other word games. With 18 points, it is a high-scoring word that can significantly boost your game. As a 12-letter word, playing all tiles earns a 50-point Bingo bonus!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is CONTESTINGLY a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, CONTESTINGLY is a valid word in both Scrabble and Words With Friends. In Scrabble, CONTESTINGLY is worth 18 points, making it a high-scoring play. In Words With Friends, it earns 22 points due to slightly different tile values.

How many letters are in CONTESTINGLY?

CONTESTINGLY contains 12 letters total: 3 vowels and 9 consonants. It uses 10 unique letters with some letters repeated.

How many syllables does CONTESTINGLY have?

CONTESTINGLY has approximately 4 syllables. Knowing the syllable count helps with pronunciation and can be useful for poetry, word games, and language learning.

What words rhyme with CONTESTINGLY?

Words that share a similar ending sound with CONTESTINGLY include: WHIZZINGLY, PUZZLINGLY, DAZZLINGLY, JUMBLINGLY, SKIPPINGLY. These words end with the same letter pattern, making them useful for word games, poetry, and creative writing.

What words can you make from the letters in CONTESTINGLY?

You can unscramble the letters in CONTESTINGLY to find many shorter words and rearrangements. Visit our dedicated unscramble page for CONTESTINGLY to see every possible word you can create from these 12 letters, complete with Scrabble and Words With Friends scores.

Related 12-Letter Words

These 12-letter words share a similar beginning with CONTESTINGLY, starting with CO. Exploring related words can expand your vocabulary and give you more options during word games.

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