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ALLIGATE

8 letters · 3 syllables

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Definition of ALLIGATE

ALLIGATE is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
3
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
12
points

Is ALLIGATE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends

Tip: ALLIGATE uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for ALLIGATE

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

Letter alligate Total
Scrabble 11112111 9
WWF 12213111 12

Words You Can Make With the Letters in ALLIGATE

100 words from the letters in ALLIGATE

How to Use ALLIGATE in Word Games

ALLIGATE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble ALLIGATE to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ALLIGATE

What does ALLIGATE mean?
ALLIGATE is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS).
Is ALLIGATE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ALLIGATE is not valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ALLIGATE worth in Scrabble?
ALLIGATE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from ALLIGATE?
You can make 100 words from the letters in ALLIGATE. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.