DABBLE
/ˈdæb(ə)l/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of DABBLE
A spattering or sprinkling of a liquid.
An act of splashing in soft mud, water, etc.
An act of participation in an activity in a casual or superficial way.
To make slightly wet or soiled by spattering or sprinkling a liquid (such as water, mud, or paint) on it; to bedabble.
To cause splashing by moving a body part like a bill or limb in soft mud, water, etc., often playfully; to play in shallow water; to paddle.
"The children sat on the dock and dabbled their feet in the water."
To participate or have an interest in an activity in a casual or superficial way.
"She’s an actress by trade, but has been known to dabble in poetry."
Examples of DABBLE in a Sentence
- "The children sat on the dock and dabbled their feet in the water."
- "She’s an actress by trade, but has been known to dabble in poetry."
Word Details
Is DABBLE a Scrabble Word?
Yes, DABBLE is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: DABBLE uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for DABBLE
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | d | a | b | b | l | e | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 2 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 14 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in DABBLE
54 words from the letters in DABBLE
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How to Use DABBLE in Word Games
DABBLE is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 14 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, DABBLE 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 DABBLE to find 54 additional valid words.