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BLACK

5 letters · 1 syllable

B 3/4
L 1/2
A 1/1
C 3/4
K 5/5

Definition of BLACK

BLACK is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 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
1
Scrabble
13
points
WWF
16
points

Is BLACK a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 13 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 13 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

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

Letter Values for BLACK

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

Letter black Total
Scrabble 31135 13
WWF 42145 16

How to Use BLACK in Word Games

BLACK is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BLACK 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 BLACK to find 17 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About BLACK

What does BLACK mean?
BLACK is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is BLACK a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, BLACK is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 13 points in Scrabble.
How many points is BLACK worth in Scrabble?
BLACK is worth 13 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from BLACK?
You can make 17 words from the letters in BLACK. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.