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BASALT

/ˈbæsɒlt/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun

B 3/4
A 1/1
S 1/1
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Definition of BASALT

noun

A hard mafic igneous rock of varied mineral content; volcanic in origin, which makes up much of the Earth's oceanic crust.

noun

A type of unglazed pottery.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
10
points

Is BASALT a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

Tip: BASALT uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for BASALT

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

Letter basalt Total
Scrabble 311111 8
WWF 411121 10

Anagrams of BASALT

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use BASALT in Word Games

BASALT is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, BASALT 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 BASALT to find 69 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BASALT

What does BASALT mean?
BASALT is a noun. A hard mafic igneous rock of varied mineral content; volcanic in origin, which makes up much of the Earth's oceanic crust.
Is BASALT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BASALT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BASALT worth in Scrabble?
BASALT is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from BASALT?
You can make 69 words from the letters in BASALT. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of BASALT?
The anagrams of BASALT (words using the exact same letters) are: TABLAS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.