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OBTUSE

6 letters · 2 syllables

O 1/1
B 3/4
T 1/1
U 1/2
S 1/1
E 1/1

Definition of OBTUSE

OBTUSE is a valid English word used in word games including Scrabble and Words With Friends. It is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends.

While a detailed definition is not currently available from our source, this word appears in official game dictionaries including the Tournament Word List (TWL) used in North American Scrabble and SOWPODS used in international Scrabble.

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
8
points
WWF
10
points

Is OBTUSE a Scrabble Word?

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

Scrabble US (TWL) — 8 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 8 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

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

Letter Values for OBTUSE

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

Letter obtuse Total
Scrabble 131111 8
WWF 141211 10

Anagrams of OBTUSE

Words made by rearranging the exact same 6 letters

How to Use OBTUSE in Word Games

OBTUSE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, OBTUSE 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 OBTUSE to find 68 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About OBTUSE

What does OBTUSE mean?
OBTUSE is a valid English word accepted in Scrabble US (TWL), Scrabble UK (SOWPODS), Words With Friends.
Is OBTUSE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, OBTUSE is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 8 points in Scrabble.
How many points is OBTUSE worth in Scrabble?
OBTUSE is worth 8 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from OBTUSE?
You can make 68 words from the letters in OBTUSE. 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 OBTUSE?
The anagrams of OBTUSE (words using the exact same letters) are: BUTEOS. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.