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ENNUI

/ɒnˈwiː/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

E 1/1
N 1/2
N 1/2
U 1/2
I 1/1

Definition of ENNUI

noun

A gripping listlessness or melancholia caused by boredom; depression.

verb

To make bored or listless; to weary.

Synonyms of ENNUI

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
5
points
WWF
8
points

Is ENNUI a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 5 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 5 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

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

Letter Values for ENNUI

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

Letter ennui Total
Scrabble 11111 5
WWF 12221 8

Words You Can Make With the Letters in ENNUI

9 words from the letters in ENNUI

How to Use ENNUI in Word Games

ENNUI is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, ENNUI 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 ENNUI to find 9 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About ENNUI

What does ENNUI mean?
ENNUI is a noun. A gripping listlessness or melancholia caused by boredom; depression.
Is ENNUI a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, ENNUI is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 5 points in Scrabble.
How many points is ENNUI worth in Scrabble?
ENNUI is worth 5 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from ENNUI?
You can make 9 words from the letters in ENNUI. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of ENNUI?
Synonyms of ENNUI include: acedia, boredom, weltschmerz. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.