CHILD
/t͡ʃaɪld/
5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb
Definition of CHILD
A person who has not yet reached adulthood, whether natural (puberty), cultural (initiation), or legal (majority)
"Go easy on him: he is but a child."
(specifically) A female child, a girl.
(with possessive) One's direct descendant by birth, regardless of age; a son or daughter.
"My youngest child is forty-three this year."
A child of noble birth.
The cognomen given to the oldest son prior to his taking his father's title.
To give birth; to beget or procreate.
Examples of CHILD in a Sentence
- "Go easy on him: he is but a child."
- "My youngest child is forty-three this year."
Word Details
Is CHILD a Scrabble Word?
Yes, CHILD is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: CHILD uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for CHILD
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | c | h | i | l | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 3 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 11 |
| WWF | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in CHILD
11 words from the letters in CHILD
4-letter words
3-letter words
2-letter words
How to Use CHILD in Word Games
CHILD is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, CHILD 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 CHILD to find 11 additional valid words.