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NAILING

7 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun

N 1/2
A 1/1
I 1/1
L 1/2
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of NAILING

verb

To fix (an object) to another object using a nail.

"He nailed the placard to the post."

verb

To drive a nail.

"He used the ax head for nailing."

verb

To stud or boss with nails, or as if with nails.

noun

A mechanical fastening by means of nails.

Synonyms of NAILING

Words with similar meaning

Examples of NAILING in a Sentence

  • "He nailed the placard to the post."
  • "He used the ax head for nailing."

Word Details

Letters
7
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
12
points

Is NAILING a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 12 pts

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

Letter Values for NAILING

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

Letter nailing Total
Scrabble 1111112 8
WWF 2112123 12

Anagrams of NAILING

Words made by rearranging the exact same 7 letters

How to Use NAILING in Word Games

NAILING is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Bingo potential: Since NAILING 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 NAILING to find 50 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About NAILING

What does NAILING mean?
NAILING is a verb. To fix (an object) to another object using a nail.
Is NAILING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NAILING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NAILING worth in Scrabble?
NAILING is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends. It is a 7-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from NAILING?
You can make 50 words from the letters in NAILING. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of NAILING?
Synonyms of NAILING include: ace, fulfill, fullbring, arrest, collar, nick. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of NAILING?
The anagrams of NAILING (words using the exact same letters) are: ALINING. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.