NIELLO
/niˈɛləʊ/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb
Definition of NIELLO
Any of various black metal alloys, made of sulphur with copper, silver or lead, used to create decorative designs on other metals.
An impression on paper taken from the engraved or incised surface before the niello alloy has been inlaid.
To decorate (a surface) using this technique.
Word Details
Is NIELLO a Scrabble Word?
Yes, NIELLO is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
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 | n | i | e | l | l | o | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 9 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in NIELLO
41 words from the letters in NIELLO
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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.