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BILGE

/bɪldʒ/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

B 3/4
I 1/1
L 1/2
G 2/3
E 1/1

Definition of BILGE

noun

The rounded portion of a ship's hull, forming a transition between the bottom and the sides.

noun

The lowest inner part of a ship's hull, where water accumulates.

noun

The water accumulated in the bilge, the bilge water.

verb

To spring a leak in the bilge.

verb

To bulge or swell.

verb

To break open the bilge(s) of.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
11
points

Is BILGE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

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

Letter Values for BILGE

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

Letter bilge Total
Scrabble 31121 8
WWF 41231 11

Anagrams of BILGE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use BILGE in Word Games

BILGE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BILGE 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 BILGE to find 21 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BILGE

What does BILGE mean?
BILGE is a noun. The rounded portion of a ship's hull, forming a transition between the bottom and the sides.
Is BILGE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BILGE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BILGE worth in Scrabble?
BILGE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from BILGE?
You can make 21 words from the letters in BILGE. 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 BILGE?
The anagrams of BILGE (words using the exact same letters) are: GIBEL. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.