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ALDER

/ˈɑldɚ/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

A 1/1
L 1/2
D 2/2
E 1/1
R 1/1

Definition of ALDER

noun

Any of several trees or shrubs of the genus Alnus, belonging to the birch family.

noun

An alderman or alderwoman.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
7
points

Is ALDER a Scrabble Word?

Yes, ALDER is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

Tip: ALDER uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ALDER

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter alder Total
Scrabble 11211 6
WWF 12211 7

Anagrams of ALDER

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use ALDER in Word Games

ALDER is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ALDER is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ALDER to find 47 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ALDER

What does ALDER mean?
ALDER is a noun. Any of several trees or shrubs of the genus Alnus, belonging to the birch family.
Is ALDER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ALDER is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ALDER worth in Scrabble?
ALDER is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ALDER?
You can make 47 words from the letters in ALDER. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of ALDER?
The anagrams of ALDER (words using the exact same letters) are: ARLED, LADER. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.