CALQUE
/kælk/
6 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of CALQUE
A word or phrase in a language formed by word-for-word or morpheme-by-morpheme translation of a word in another language.
"The word "watershed" is a calque of the German "Wasserscheide"."
To adopt (a word or phrase) from one language to another by semantic translation of its parts.
Examples of CALQUE in a Sentence
- "The word "watershed" is a calque of the German "Wasserscheide"."
Word Details
Is CALQUE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CALQUE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CALQUE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CALQUE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | a | l | q | u | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 | 1 | 1 | 17 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 20 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CALQUE
25 words from the letters in CALQUE
6-letter words
5-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use CALQUE in Word Games
CALQUE is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CALQUE 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 CALQUE to find 25 additional valid words.