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DETAIL

/ˈdiːteɪl/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

D 2/2
E 1/1
T 1/1
A 1/1
I 1/1
L 1/2

Definition of DETAIL

noun

Something small enough to escape casual notice.

"Note this fine detail in the lower left corner."

noun

A profusion of details.

"This etching is full of fine detail."

noun

The small things that can escape casual notice.

verb

To explain in detail.

"I'll detail the exact procedure to you later."

verb

To clean carefully (particularly of road vehicles) (always pronounced. /ˈdiːteɪl/)

"We need to have the minivan detailed."

verb

To assign to a particular task

Examples of DETAIL in a Sentence

  • "Note this fine detail in the lower left corner."
  • "This etching is full of fine detail."
  • "I'll detail the exact procedure to you later."
  • "We need to have the minivan detailed."

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
7
points
WWF
8
points

Is DETAIL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 7 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 7 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

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

Letter Values for DETAIL

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

Letter detail Total
Scrabble 211111 7
WWF 211112 8

Anagrams of DETAIL

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in DETAIL

100 words from the letters in DETAIL

How to Use DETAIL in Word Games

DETAIL is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, DETAIL 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 DETAIL to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DETAIL

What does DETAIL mean?
DETAIL is a noun. Something small enough to escape casual notice.
Is DETAIL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DETAIL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 7 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DETAIL worth in Scrabble?
DETAIL is worth 7 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DETAIL?
You can make 100 words from the letters in DETAIL. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of DETAIL?
Synonyms of DETAIL include: contingent, detachment, portion, section, particular, minutia. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of DETAIL?
The anagrams of DETAIL (words using the exact same letters) are: DILATE, TAILED. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.