Contain
7 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To have or hold something within, or to prevent something from spreading or increasing.
“The box contains all the documents needed for the application.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/kənˈteɪn/
Syllables
con·tain
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Seven letters with CON- prefix; contains common vowels A and I
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Scrabble
Worth 9 points; the N at both positions allows flexible word building
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