Seem
4 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To appear to be or give the impression of being something. To appear to exist or be present.
“You seem tired after your long day at work.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/siːm/
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Contains double E, good for testing vowel placement.
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Worth 6 points, easy to build off with common letters.
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