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GENTEEL

/dʒɛnˈtiːl/

7 letters · 2 syllables · adjective

G 2/3
E 1/1
N 1/2
T 1/1
E 1/1
E 1/1
L 1/2

Definition of GENTEEL

adjective

Affectedly proper or refined; somewhat prudish refinement; excessively polite.

adjective

Polite and well-mannered.

adjective

Stylish or elegant.

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
11
points

Is GENTEEL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 11 pts

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

Letter Values for GENTEEL

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

Letter genteel Total
Scrabble 2111111 8
WWF 3121112 11

How to Use GENTEEL in Word Games

GENTEEL is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since GENTEEL 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 GENTEEL to find 45 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About GENTEEL

What does GENTEEL mean?
GENTEEL is a adjective. Affectedly proper or refined; somewhat prudish refinement; excessively polite.
Is GENTEEL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, GENTEEL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is GENTEEL worth in Scrabble?
GENTEEL is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 11 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from GENTEEL?
You can make 45 words from the letters in GENTEEL. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.