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DWELL

/dwɛl/

5 letters · 1 syllable · noun, verb

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

Definition of DWELL

noun

A period of time in which a system or component remains in a given state.

noun

A brief pause in the motion of part of a mechanism to allow an operation to be completed.

noun

A planned delay in a timed control program.

verb

To live; to reside.

verb

To linger (on) a particular thought, idea etc.; to remain fixated (on).

verb

To be in a given state.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
1
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
11
points

Is DWELL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

Tip: DWELL uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for DWELL

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

Letter dwell Total
Scrabble 24111 9
WWF 24122 11

How to Use DWELL in Word Games

DWELL is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DWELL 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 DWELL to find 15 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DWELL

What does DWELL mean?
DWELL is a noun. A period of time in which a system or component remains in a given state.
Is DWELL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DWELL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DWELL worth in Scrabble?
DWELL is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from DWELL?
You can make 15 words from the letters in DWELL. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.