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MERL

4 letters · 1 syllable · noun

M 3/4
E 1/1
R 1/1
L 1/2

Definition of MERL

noun

The Eurasian blackbird, Turdus merula.

noun

Any blackbird.

noun

A type of mottled colouration on dogs.

Word Details

Letters
4
Syllables
1
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
8
points

Is MERL a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 8 pts

Tip: Short words like MERL are excellent for parallel plays and tight board positions in Scrabble.

Letter Values for MERL

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

Letter merl Total
Scrabble 3111 6
WWF 4112 8

How to Use MERL in Word Games

MERL is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Short word advantage: MERL is only 4 letters, making it ideal for parallel plays where you form multiple words simultaneously by placing tiles adjacent to existing words on the board.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble MERL to find 11 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About MERL

What does MERL mean?
MERL is a noun. The Eurasian blackbird, Turdus merula.
Is MERL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MERL is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is MERL worth in Scrabble?
MERL is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 8 points in Words With Friends. It is a 4-letter word with 1 syllable.
How many words can you make from MERL?
You can make 11 words from the letters in MERL. The longest sub-words are 3 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.