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NIELLO

/niˈɛləʊ/

6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb

N 1/2
I 1/1
E 1/1
L 1/2
L 1/2
O 1/1

Definition of NIELLO

noun

Any of various black metal alloys, made of sulphur with copper, silver or lead, used to create decorative designs on other metals.

noun

An impression on paper taken from the engraved or incised surface before the niello alloy has been inlaid.

verb

To decorate (a surface) using this technique.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
9
points

Is NIELLO a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 9 pts

Tip: NIELLO uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for NIELLO

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

Letter niello Total
Scrabble 111111 6
WWF 211221 9

Anagrams of NIELLO

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use NIELLO in Word Games

NIELLO is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, NIELLO 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 NIELLO to find 41 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About NIELLO

What does NIELLO mean?
NIELLO is a noun. Any of various black metal alloys, made of sulphur with copper, silver or lead, used to create decorative designs on other metals.
Is NIELLO a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NIELLO is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NIELLO worth in Scrabble?
NIELLO is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 9 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from NIELLO?
You can make 41 words from the letters in NIELLO. The longest sub-words are 6 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of NIELLO?
The anagrams of NIELLO (words using the exact same letters) are: LIONEL. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.