m-o-n-i-t-o-r
MONITOR is a computer display screen, or to observe and check something regularly. In word games, it's a valuable 7-letter word that can earn the 50-point bingo bonus for using all your tiles!
9
Points in Scrabble
Base tile values • No multipliers applied
MONITOR has multiple meanings across different contexts:
Computer Display
A screen that displays visual output from a computer. Modern monitors include LCD, LED, and OLED technologies.
To Observe
To watch, check, or track something systematically over time. Used in healthcare, security, and quality control.
School Monitor
A student given special responsibilities to supervise or assist in classroom activities.
The word MONITOR has Latin roots, evolving through centuries to its modern meanings:
Fun fact: The ironclad warship USS Monitor (1862) popularized the word in America. Its revolving turret "monitored" enemy positions!
Evolution of computer monitors
Classic Era
• CRT (Cathode Ray Tube)
• Monochrome displays
• VGA connections
Modern Era
• LED/LCD screens
• 4K/8K resolution
• Curved & ultrawide
Where monitoring happens
🎯MONITOR = 9 base points + 50 bingo bonus = 59 points minimum!
💻The average computer user looks at their monitor over 7 hours per day
🤖MONITOR contains MONO, MINT, RIOT, and IRON as subwords
🌊The USS Monitor revolutionized naval warfare with its rotating turret design
"I held onto MONITOR for three turns waiting for the perfect spot - worth it for the bingo!"
- Bingo strategy
"The M on a triple letter plus the bingo bonus made MONITOR my highest-scoring word ever."
- Premium square placement
"I monitor my opponent's tiles carefully - ironic when I'm holding MONITOR!"
- Wordplay humor
Similar length and difficulty words
Total base points: 9 (Scrabble)
Vowels: 3 | Consonants: 4
Bingo potential: 59+ points!
MONITOR is a premium bingo play. The balanced vowel-consonant pattern makes it easier to form on your rack.
Bingo Bonus Strategy
MONITOR uses all 7 tiles = 50-point bonus! Aim for 59+ total points
M Placement Power
The M (3pts) on a triple letter score = 9 points from one tile!
Common Letter Advantage
With mostly 1-point tiles, MONITOR is easier to draw and less risky to attempt
Extension Options
Can extend to MONITORS (+S) or MONITORED (past tense)
MONITOR has no valid 7-letter anagrams, but contains many valuable shorter words:
Premium 5-6 letter words:
Other words from MONITOR letters:
Pro tip: MOTION is the best 6-letter play from these letters!
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