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LIMINAL

/ˈlɪmən(ə)l/

7 letters · 3 syllables · adjective

L 1/2
I 1/1
M 3/4
I 1/1
N 1/2
A 1/1
L 1/2

Definition of LIMINAL

adjective

Of or pertaining to an entrance or threshold.

adjective

Of or pertaining to a beginning or first stage of a process.

Synonyms of LIMINAL

Words with similar meaning

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
3
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
13
points

Is LIMINAL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 13 pts

Bingo alert: Playing all 7 letters of LIMINAL earns a 50-point bonus in Scrabble, making it worth up to 59 points total.

Letter Values for LIMINAL

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

Letter liminal Total
Scrabble 1131111 9
WWF 2141212 13

How to Use LIMINAL in Word Games

LIMINAL is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since LIMINAL uses exactly 7 letters, playing it from your full rack earns the 50-point bingo bonus in Scrabble for a total of up to 59 points.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble LIMINAL to find 53 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About LIMINAL

What does LIMINAL mean?
LIMINAL is a adjective. Of or pertaining to an entrance or threshold.
Is LIMINAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, LIMINAL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is LIMINAL worth in Scrabble?
LIMINAL is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 13 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 3 syllables.
How many words can you make from LIMINAL?
You can make 53 words from the letters in LIMINAL. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of LIMINAL?
Synonyms of LIMINAL include: inceptive, inchoative, marginal. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.