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THAT

4-letter word • 7 Scrabble points • 6 WWF points

t1
h4
a1
t1
4
Letters
1
Vowels
3
Consonants
7
Scrabble
6
WWF
1
Anagrams

Definition of THAT

THAT is a valid 4-letter English word recognized in major word game dictionaries including the Official Scrabble Players Dictionary (OSPD) and the Tournament Word List (TWL). This word scores 7 points in Scrabble and 6 points in Words With Friends. While not the highest scorer, its common letters make it a versatile play. The word contains 1 vowel and 3 consonants, with repeated letters: T (appearing 2 times).

Word Properties

📝
Part of Speech
Word
🔊
Syllables
1 syllable
🎯
Difficulty
Easy (3/10)
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Unique Letters
3 of 4 letters

THAT 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

t
h
a

The 4 letters in THAT break down into 1 vowel and 3 consonants. Repeated letters: 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 THAT is H, worth 4 points. Approximately 100% of the letters in THAT are among the nine most common letters in English (E, T, A, O, I, N, S, H, R).

Anagrams of THAT

These 1 word uses the exact same 4 letters as THAT, rearranged into a different order. Knowing anagrams is a valuable skill in Scrabble and Words With Friends, as it gives you more options when looking at the same set of letters on your rack.

Words That Rhyme With THAT

These words share a similar ending pattern with THAT, ending in -HAT. 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 THAT in Word Games

Scrabble Strategy

THAT is worth 7 base points in Scrabble. While this word has a modest base score, it uses common tiles that are easy to draw. This makes it a reliable play for maintaining rack balance. THAT is especially useful for opening up the board or connecting to premium squares for future high-scoring plays.

Note: Since THAT 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, THAT scores 6 points. Note that THAT scores 1 point less in WWF than in Scrabble, so adjust your strategy accordingly. 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 THAT a Valid Scrabble Word?

Yes, THAT is a valid Scrabble word worth 7 points.

THAT can be played in Scrabble, Words With Friends, and most other word games. At 7 points, it provides a solid scoring opportunity in competitive play.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is THAT a valid Scrabble word?

Yes, THAT is a valid word in both Scrabble and Words With Friends. In Scrabble, THAT is worth 7 points, making it a common utility word. In Words With Friends, it earns 6 points due to slightly different tile values.

How many letters are in THAT?

THAT contains 4 letters total: 1 vowel and 3 consonants. It uses 3 unique letters with some letters repeated.

How many syllables does THAT have?

THAT has approximately 1 syllable. Knowing the syllable count helps with pronunciation and can be useful for poetry, word games, and language learning.

What are the anagrams of THAT?

Words you can make by rearranging all the letters of THAT include: TATH. These anagram uses the exact same 4 letters in a different order.

What words rhyme with THAT?

Words that share a similar ending sound with THAT include: HAT, WHAT, CHAT, GHAT, ARHAT. 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 THAT?

You can unscramble the letters in THAT to find many shorter words and rearrangements. Visit our dedicated unscramble page for THAT to see every possible word you can create from these 4 letters, complete with Scrabble and Words With Friends scores.

Related 4-Letter Words

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