Polish
6 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To make smooth and shiny by rubbing, or to improve and refine something.
“She spent an hour polishing her shoes before the interview.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ˈpəʊlɪʃ/
Syllables
pol·ish
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Wordle
Similar pattern to 'police' but with different ending; H is uncommon.
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Scrabble
Worth 11 points; the H adds value to common letters.
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