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LIMBO

5 letters · 2 syllables

L 1/2
I 1/1
M 3/4
B 3/4
O 1/1

Definition of LIMBO

LIMBO is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
12
points

Is LIMBO a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

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

Letter Values for LIMBO

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

Letter limbo Total
Scrabble 11331 9
WWF 21441 12

How to Use LIMBO in Word Games

LIMBO is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, LIMBO 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 LIMBO to find 29 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LIMBO

What does LIMBO mean?
LIMBO is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is LIMBO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LIMBO is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LIMBO worth in Scrabble?
LIMBO is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from LIMBO?
You can make 29 words from the letters in LIMBO. The longest sub-words are 4 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.