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ELIDE

/ɪˈlaɪd/

5 letters · 2 syllables · verb

E 1/1
L 1/2
I 1/1
D 2/2
E 1/1

Definition of ELIDE

verb

To leave out or omit (something).

verb

To cut off, as a vowel or a syllable.

verb

To conflate; to smear together; to blur the distinction between.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
7
points

Is ELIDE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

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

Letter Values for ELIDE

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

Letter elide Total
Scrabble 11121 6
WWF 12121 7

Anagrams of ELIDE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use ELIDE in Word Games

ELIDE is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ELIDE 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 ELIDE to find 26 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ELIDE

What does ELIDE mean?
ELIDE is a verb. To leave out or omit (something).
Is ELIDE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ELIDE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ELIDE worth in Scrabble?
ELIDE is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ELIDE?
You can make 26 words from the letters in ELIDE. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of ELIDE?
The anagrams of ELIDE (words using the exact same letters) are: EDILE. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.