Seep
4 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To flow or leak slowly and steadily through small gaps or a porous surface.
“Water began to seep through the crack in the cellar wall after the heavy rain.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/siːp/
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Wordle
Double E in positions 2-3, ends in P, similar pattern to KEEP, DEEP, worth guessing early
Scrabble
Worth 6 points, double E uses surplus tiles, P adds points, hooks to 'seeps' and 'seeping'
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