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FLAWED

6-letter verb (past tense) • 13 Scrabble points • 14 WWF points

f4
l1
a1
w4
e1
d2
6
Letters
2
Vowels
4
Consonants
13
Scrabble
14
WWF
0
Anagrams

Definition of FLAWED

FLAWED is a valid 6-letter English verb (past tense) recognized in major word game dictionaries including the Official Scrabble Players Dictionary (OSPD) and the Tournament Word List (TWL). This word scores 13 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, placing it among the higher-scoring 6-letter words available to players. The word contains 2 vowels and 4 consonants.

Word Properties

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Part of Speech
Verb (past tense)
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Syllables
2 syllables
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Difficulty
Moderate (4/10)
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Unique Letters
6 of 6 letters

FLAWED has a word difficulty rating of 4 out of 10, categorized as "Moderate." This rating is calculated based on the rarity of its component letters in everyday English usage. It uses a mix of common and less-common letters, making it a moderate challenge for word game players.

Letter Analysis

f
l
a
w
e
d

The 6 letters in FLAWED break down into 2 vowels and 4 consonants. Every letter in FLAWED appears exactly once, meaning you need 6 different tiles to play this word. The highest-value Scrabble tile in FLAWED is F, worth 4 points. Approximately 33% of the letters in FLAWED are among the nine most common letters in English (E, T, A, O, I, N, S, H, R).

Words That Rhyme With FLAWED

These words share a similar ending pattern with FLAWED, ending in -WED. 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 FLAWED in Word Games

Scrabble Strategy

FLAWED is worth 13 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 26 points or a Triple Word Score (TWS) for an impressive 39 points. Position the highest-value letter (F = 4 points) on a Double Letter Score (DLS) or Triple Letter Score (TLS) before applying the word multiplier for maximum impact.

Words With Friends Tips

In Words With Friends, FLAWED scores 14 points. Interestingly, this word scores 1 point 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is FLAWED a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, FLAWED is a valid word in both Scrabble and Words With Friends. In Scrabble, FLAWED is worth 13 points, making it a high-scoring play. In Words With Friends, it earns 14 points due to slightly different tile values.

How many letters are in FLAWED?

FLAWED contains 6 letters total: 2 vowels and 4 consonants. It uses 6 unique letters, each appearing exactly once.

How many syllables does FLAWED have?

FLAWED has approximately 2 syllables. Knowing the syllable count helps with pronunciation and can be useful for poetry, word games, and language learning.

What words rhyme with FLAWED?

Words that share a similar ending sound with FLAWED include: JAWED, BOWED, COWED, NOWED, UNWED. 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 FLAWED?

You can unscramble the letters in FLAWED to find many shorter words and rearrangements. Visit our dedicated unscramble page for FLAWED to see every possible word you can create from these 6 letters, complete with Scrabble and Words With Friends scores.

Related 6-Letter Words

These 6-letter words share a similar beginning with FLAWED, starting with FL. Exploring related words can expand your vocabulary and give you more options during word games.

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