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CANDLE

6 letters · 2 syllables

C 3/4
A 1/1
N 1/2
D 2/2
L 1/2
E 1/1

Definition of CANDLE

CANDLE is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 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
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
12
points

Is CANDLE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

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

Letter Values for CANDLE

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

Letter candle Total
Scrabble 311211 9
WWF 412221 12

Anagrams of CANDLE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use CANDLE in Word Games

CANDLE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CANDLE 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 CANDLE to find 72 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About CANDLE

What does CANDLE mean?
CANDLE is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is CANDLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, CANDLE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is CANDLE worth in Scrabble?
CANDLE is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from CANDLE?
You can make 72 words from the letters in CANDLE. 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 CANDLE?
The anagrams of CANDLE (words using the exact same letters) are: LANCED. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.