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DETENTE

7 letters · 2 syllables

D 2/2
E 1/1
T 1/1
E 1/1
N 1/2
T 1/1
E 1/1

Definition of DETENTE

DETENTE is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 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.

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
9
points

Is DETENTE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) Words With Friends — 9 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of DETENTE earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 58 points total.

Letter Values for DETENTE

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

Letter detente Total
Scrabble 2111111 8
WWF 2111211 9

How to Use DETENTE in Word Games

DETENTE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since DETENTE uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 58 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DETENTE to find 38 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DETENTE

What does DETENTE mean?
DETENTE is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Words With Friends.
Is DETENTE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DETENTE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DETENTE worth in Scrabble?
DETENTE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DETENTE?
You can make 38 words from the letters in DETENTE. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.