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DAWDLE

/ˈdɔːdəl/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

D 2/2
A 1/1
W 4/4
D 2/2
L 1/2
E 1/1

Definition of DAWDLE

noun

A dawdler.

noun

A slow walk, journey.

noun

An easily accomplished task; a doddle.

verb

To spend time idly and unfruitfully, to waste time.

verb

To spend (time) without haste or purpose.

"to dawdle away the whole morning"

verb

To move or walk lackadaisically.

"If you dawdle on your daily walk, you won't get as much exercise."

Examples of DAWDLE in a Sentence

  • "to dawdle away the whole morning"
  • "If you dawdle on your daily walk, you won't get as much exercise."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
12
points

Is DAWDLE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

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

Letter Values for DAWDLE

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

Letter dawdle Total
Scrabble 214211 11
WWF 214221 12

Anagrams of DAWDLE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use DAWDLE in Word Games

DAWDLE is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, DAWDLE 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 DAWDLE to find 56 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DAWDLE

What does DAWDLE mean?
DAWDLE is a noun. A dawdler.
Is DAWDLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DAWDLE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DAWDLE worth in Scrabble?
DAWDLE is worth 11 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 DAWDLE?
You can make 56 words from the letters in DAWDLE. 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 DAWDLE?
The anagrams of DAWDLE (words using the exact same letters) are: WADDLE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.