CARPEL
/ˈkɑː(ɹ)pəl/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun
Definition of CARPEL
One of the individual female reproductive organs in a flower. A carpel is composed of an ovary, a style, and a stigma, although some flowers have carpels without a distinct style. In origin, carpels are leaves (megasporophylls) that have evolved to enclose the ovules. The term pistil is sometimes used to refer to a single carpel or to several carpels fused together.
Word Details
Is CARPEL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CARPEL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CARPEL uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CARPEL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | a | r | p | e | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 10 |
| WWF | 4 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 13 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CARPEL
84 words from the letters in CARPEL
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How to Use CARPEL in Word Games
CARPEL is worth 10 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, CARPEL 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 CARPEL to find 84 additional valid words.