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HANDFUL

/ˈhæn(d)fəl/

7 letters · 2 syllables · noun

H 4/3
A 1/1
N 1/2
D 2/2
F 4/4
U 1/2
L 1/2

Definition of HANDFUL

noun

The amount that a hand will grasp or contain.

noun

A hand's breadth; four inches.

noun

A small number, usually approximately five.

Synonyms of HANDFUL

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Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
14
points
WWF
16
points

Is HANDFUL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 14 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 14 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of HANDFUL earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 64 points total.

Letter Values for HANDFUL

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

Letter handful Total
Scrabble 4112411 14
WWF 3122422 16

How to Use HANDFUL in Word Games

HANDFUL is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since HANDFUL uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 64 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble HANDFUL to find 62 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About HANDFUL

What does HANDFUL mean?
HANDFUL is a noun. The amount that a hand will grasp or contain.
Is HANDFUL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, HANDFUL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 14 points in Scrabble.
How many points is HANDFUL worth in Scrabble?
HANDFUL is worth 14 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from HANDFUL?
You can make 62 words from the letters in HANDFUL. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of HANDFUL?
Synonyms of HANDFUL include: fistful, handbreadth, handsbreadth. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.