BRAIL
/bɹeɪl/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of BRAIL
A small rope used to truss up sails.
A thong of soft leather to bind up a hawk's wing.
A stock at each end of a seine to keep it stretched.
To reef, shorten or strike sail using brails.
Word Details
Is BRAIL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, BRAIL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: BRAIL uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for BRAIL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | b | r | a | i | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in BRAIL
34 words from the letters in BRAIL
5-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use BRAIL in Word Games
BRAIL is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, BRAIL 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 BRAIL to find 34 additional valid words.