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BABEL

5 letters · 2 syllables

B 3/4
A 1/1
B 3/4
E 1/1
L 1/2

Definition of BABEL

BABEL 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 including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
12
points

Is BABEL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

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

Letter Values for BABEL

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

Letter babel Total
Scrabble 31311 9
WWF 41412 12

How to Use BABEL in Word Games

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

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BABEL 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 BABEL to find 25 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BABEL

What does BABEL mean?
BABEL is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is BABEL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BABEL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BABEL worth in Scrabble?
BABEL is worth 9 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 BABEL?
You can make 25 words from the letters in BABEL. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.