ORCHID
/ˈɔː.kɪd/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, adjective
Definition of ORCHID
A plant of the orchid family (Orchidaceae), bearing unusually-shaped flowers of beautiful colours.
A light bluish-red, violet-red or purple colour.
(colour) having a light purple colour.
Word Details
Is ORCHID a Scrabble Word?
Yes, ORCHID is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: ORCHID uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for ORCHID
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | o | r | c | h | i | d | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 12 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 12 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in ORCHID
40 words from the letters in ORCHID
6-letter words
4-letter words
3-letter words
How to Use ORCHID in Word Games
ORCHID is worth 12 points in Scrabble and 12 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, ORCHID 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 ORCHID to find 40 additional valid words.