ABLAUT
/ˈæbˌlaʊt/
6-letter word · 8 Scrabble points · 11 Words With Friends points
Meaning of ABLAUT
- The substitution of one root vowel for another, thus indicating a corresponding modification of use or meaning; vowel permutation; as, get and got; sing and song; hang and hung, distinct from the phonetic influence of a succeeding vowel.
- (of a vowel-containing linguistic component) To undergo a change of vowel.
- To cause to change a vowel.
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About the word ABLAUT
Is "ABLAUT" a valid Scrabble word?
Yes. "ABLAUT" is in the ENABLE word list, accepted by Words With Friends and most open Scrabble apps. It scores 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends.
How many points is "ABLAUT" worth?
In Scrabble, "ABLAUT" is worth 8 points before bonuses. In Words With Friends, it's worth 11 points. Played on a triple-word-score, the Scrabble value becomes 24.
What does "ABLAUT" mean?
The substitution of one root vowel for another, thus indicating a corresponding modification of use or meaning; vowel permutation; as, get and got; sing and song; hang and hung, distinct from the phonetic influence of a succeeding vowel.
Does "ABLAUT" have any anagrams?
No, "ABLAUT" has no anagrams in the ENABLE dictionary — it's the only word that can be formed from its exact letters.