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NIGHTCAPS

9 letters · 2 syllables · noun

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Definition of NIGHTCAPS

noun

A warm cloth cap worn while sleeping, often with pajamas, being common attire in northern Europe before effective home heating became widespread.

"Winston wore a nightcap to stave off the cold."

noun

A beverage drunk before bed that is usually alcoholic.

"I'll make myself a nightcap of whisky and lemon before heading to bed."

noun

(by extension) Something the person reads or listens to before bed.

Examples of NIGHTCAPS in a Sentence

  • "Winston wore a nightcap to stave off the cold."
  • "I'll make myself a nightcap of whisky and lemon before heading to bed."

Word Details

Letters
9
Syllables
2
Scrabble
17
points
WWF
20
points

Is NIGHTCAPS a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 17 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 17 pts Words With Friends — 20 pts

Tip: NIGHTCAPS uses 9 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for NIGHTCAPS

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

Letter nightcaps Total
Scrabble 112413131 17
WWF 213314141 20

Anagrams of NIGHTCAPS

Words made by rearranging the exact same 9 letters

Words You Can Make With the Letters in NIGHTCAPS

100 words from the letters in NIGHTCAPS

9-letter words

How to Use NIGHTCAPS in Word Games

NIGHTCAPS is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends, making it a high-scoring word.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble NIGHTCAPS to find 100 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About NIGHTCAPS

What does NIGHTCAPS mean?
NIGHTCAPS is a noun. A warm cloth cap worn while sleeping, often with pajamas, being common attire in northern Europe before effective home heating became widespread.
Is NIGHTCAPS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, NIGHTCAPS is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 17 points in Scrabble.
How many points is NIGHTCAPS worth in Scrabble?
NIGHTCAPS is worth 17 points in Scrabble and 20 points in Words With Friends. It is a 9-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from NIGHTCAPS?
You can make 100 words from the letters in NIGHTCAPS. The longest sub-words are 9 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are the anagrams of NIGHTCAPS?
The anagrams of NIGHTCAPS (words using the exact same letters) are: PATCHINGS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.