Planning
8 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The process of making plans for something, especially the controlled development of land, buildings, or communities. It involves organising and preparing for future actions or events.
“Careful planning is essential for the success of any major project.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈplænɪŋ/
Syllables
plan·ning
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Wordle
Contains double N; common letters P, L, A, I, G
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Scrabble
Worth 11 points; -ING suffix makes it versatile for building
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