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ASKEW

5 letters · 2 syllables

A 1/1
S 1/1
K 5/5
E 1/1
W 4/4

Definition of ASKEW

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

Is ASKEW a Scrabble Word?

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

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

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

Letter Values for ASKEW

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

Letter askew Total
Scrabble 11514 12
WWF 11514 12

Anagrams of ASKEW

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use ASKEW in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ASKEW 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 ASKEW to find 43 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ASKEW

What does ASKEW mean?
ASKEW is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is ASKEW a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ASKEW is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 12 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ASKEW worth in Scrabble?
ASKEW is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ASKEW?
You can make 43 words from the letters in ASKEW. 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 ASKEW?
The anagrams of ASKEW (words using the exact same letters) are: WAKES, WEKAS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.