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ALKYL

5 letters · 2 syllables

A 1/1
L 1/2
K 5/5
Y 4/3
L 1/2

Definition of ALKYL

ALKYL is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
12
points
WWF
13
points

Is ALKYL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 12 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 12 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

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

Letter Values for ALKYL

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

Letter alkyl Total
Scrabble 11541 12
WWF 12532 13

How to Use ALKYL in Word Games

ALKYL is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ALKYL 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 ALKYL to find 13 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ALKYL

What does ALKYL mean?
ALKYL is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is ALKYL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ALKYL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ALKYL worth in Scrabble?
ALKYL is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ALKYL?
You can make 13 words from the letters in ALKYL. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.