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DEFT

4 letters · 1 syllable

D 2/2
E 1/1
F 4/4
T 1/1

Definition of DEFT

DEFT is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 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
4
Syllables
1
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
8
points

Is DEFT a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: Short words like DEFT are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for DEFT

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

Letter deft Total
Scrabble 2141 8
WWF 2141 8

How to Use DEFT in Word Games

DEFT is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Short word advantage: DEFT is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DEFT to find 12 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DEFT

What does DEFT mean?
DEFT is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is DEFT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DEFT is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DEFT worth in Scrabble?
DEFT is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from DEFT?
You can make 12 words from the letters in DEFT. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.